A NATIONAL accountancy company which has an office in Chard has been named in a prestigious list.

Albert Goodman, which has a branch at Essex House on Fore Street, has been named in CityWire's top 100 Financial Planners in 2016.

The firm has a legion of local clients, and in another filip for the company, Louise Osborne was listed in CityWire's Top 35 under 35 list, which recognises the hardwork and dedication from up and coming consultants.

CityWire is a national networking firm that helps connect businesses to clients, and being named in the list is a real boost both for Albert Goodman and Ms Osborne.

Speaking about her accolade, she said: "It’s great to be recognised in CityWire’s Top 35 under 35.

"I had a very successful year in 2016 and alongside my promotion to partner, the recognition from CityWire really does top off a fantastic year.

"I am confident we can build on this success in 2017. It’s great to see Albert Goodman’s presence in the South West consolidated and the new office in Weston-Super-Mare has enabled us to extend our services along the M5 corridor and into North Somerset.

"I am very proud to be part of the continuing growth at the firm and am fully committed to supporting the development of talent within the local area.”

The firm also has offices in Taunton, Yeovil, Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea.