These are challenging times for tax teams. They are facing new regulatory requirements, an escalating workload and intense HMRC scrutiny – all without any budgetary increases. But tools such as ...

Accounting firms in the UK must take heed of the direction of travel towards cryptocurrencies and digital assets to remain competitive, according to Joe David, founder and managing director at Nephos ...

A critical skills shortage continues to plague accounting and professional services in 2022. New research indicates a gap of 22%, to be precise. Meanwhile, the UK accountancy M&A market has gathered ...

When Andrea Leadsom called for action after corporate collapses at Carillion, BHS, Thomas Cook and Patisserie Valerie, much was expected of an imminent government response. In October 2019, the then ...

The total known value of IR35 liabilities amassed by UK public sector bodies has now reached approximately £300m after the UK Research and Innovation agency (UKRI) was hit with a fresh £36m bill. The ...

A fresh UK government review of tougher consequences for the promoters of tax avoidance schemes has been met with mixed reaction from market participants. Currently, promoters can face penalties of up ...

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) recently announced plans to overhaul corporate governance in the UK and in addition published guidance for auditors – the first of its kind in the UK – to help ...

PwC has secured a landmark agreement to become the largest customer and first reseller of OpenAI‘s enterprise-focused ChatGPT product, a development that promises to redefine the way businesses ...

UK accountancy bodies and firms must work together to continue supporting individuals’ professional development amid the “unprecedented” pace of technological advancements, according to Gail Boag, ...

The findings from the Azets Barometer January 2024 survey highlight a concerning ‘blind spot’ in the cyber security posture of UK businesses. Despite the increasing prevalence of cyber threats and ...

BDO is relocating its Edinburgh staff to 30 Semple Street after signing a 10-year lease on 8,176 sq ft of space in the new Grade A development. The firm will move in the autumn from its current ...

The ability of organizations to adeptly manage their financial forecasting and budgeting processes stands as a cornerstone of success. These processes, while challenging due to uncertain economic ...