ACCOUNTANCY firm James Cowper Kreston, which has offices in Oxford and Henley, has appointed four new partners.

Darren O’Connor, Stuart Williams and James Pitt and Louise Hallsworth brings the firm’s partners to 18.

James Cowper Kreston managing partner Robert Holland said: “I would like to congratulate Darren, Stuart and James on their well-deserved promotions.

“I am also delighted to extend a warm welcome to Louise Hallsworth who brings a wealth of experience to James Cowper Kreston. “

James Cowper Kreston also has offices in Reading, Newbury, Southampton and London and more than 5,000 clients.