Brian McEnery, Managing Partner at BDO Ireland speaks on Newstalk Breakfast Business with Joe Lynam

Following, BDO Ireland's and BDO UK's exchange of contracts on the merger, our Managing Partner, Brian McEnery, spoke to Newstalk about what this means for our clients, our people and the wider profession.

Across audit and advisory, firms are reassessing how they structure and collaborate in response to growing complexity and international demand. For BDO Ireland, this step is about strengthening our ability to serve clients — combining deeper sector expertise, broader geographic reach and enhanced resources, while remaining firmly rooted in the Irish market.

As part of a global organisation spanning 169 countries and territories, we already work seamlessly across borders. This closer alignment with the UK enhances that connectivity, bringing additional scale and capability, while maintaining local leadership and decision-making in Ireland.

In the interview, Brian discusses the rationale behind the move, the opportunities it creates, and why being part of a strong international organisation only reinforces our local focus.