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Graphical illustration of the five institutional pillars ICAEW has identified as being crucial to reforming UK tax system: policymakers, administration, digital infrastructure, tax professional and judiciary.
Suren Thiru, Chief Economist, ICAEW and Philippa Lamb
Insights special

How to build a better tax system

The Tax Faculty is looking what is needed to deliver a better tax system in the UK. Thought leadership on five key areas will be published in 2026.
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Accountancy Insights

Looking ahead: HMRC’s digital moves and impacts of Iran war

Six months into 2026, what’s next? Suren Thiru discusses the economy and the Iran War, while Lindsey Wicks oulines the biggest changes that HMRC are bringing in. Finally, Junaidy Ab-Mutalib considers the impacts of world affairs on accountants.
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Latest news

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Five AI dilemmas – what would you do?
  • 03 Jul 2026
The Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies has launched a discussion about ethical AI use. It wants you to consider how to approach five ethical dilemmas.
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Chart of the week: Canada’s federal finances
  • 03 Jul 2026
Our chart this week honours Canada Day, and a historic knock-out stage win by Canada in the men’s World Cup, by taking a look at the finances of the Canadian federal government.
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Labour costs, energy and late payments are holding businesses back
  • 02 Jul 2026
ICAEW’s latest Business Confidence Monitor highlights three major stress points for UK businesses: energy costs, labour costs and persistent late payments.
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Is the world really running out of auditors?
  • 01 Jul 2026
While debates about the auditor shortage continue, there is more nuance in the audit market than the discussion might suggest at first glances. Hear from industry experts.

Latest tax news

Tax news in brief 1 July 2026
  • 01 Jul 2026
Highlights from the broader tax news for the week ending 1 July 2026, including an update from HMRC on penalties for the late filing of Pillar Two returns.
Tax news highlights from June 2026
  • 30 Jun 2026
ICAEW’s Tax Faculty provides a summary of some of the key developments in tax in June 2026 and explains where you can find further information.
Most VAT and PAYE payments to be made by direct debit
  • 30 Jun 2026
The government is seeking feedback from businesses and other stakeholders on its plans to require VAT and pay as you earn (PAYE) payments to be made by direct debit.
Millions of taxpayers face having to pay tax earlier
  • 30 Jun 2026
ICAEW’s Tax Faculty explains the government’s proposals for individuals to pay tax due under income tax self assessment (ITSA) in regular instalments during the tax year from April 2029.

Podcasts

Suren Thiru, Chief Economist, ICAEW and Philippa Lamb
Looking ahead: HMRC’s digital moves and impacts of Iran war
  • 01 Jul 2026
Six months into 2026, what’s next? Suren Thiru discusses the economy and the Iran War, while Lindsey Wicks oulines the biggest changes that HMRC are bringing in. Finally, Junaidy Ab-Mutalib considers the impacts of world affairs on accountants.
Peter van Veen, Philippa Lamb and Shefaly Yogendra
When is CEO pay a problem?
  • 17 Jun 2026
What are the implications for organisations if they’re perceived to be over-paying their CEOs? ICAEW’s Peter van Veen discusses the issues with an independent board director.
Stephen Relf, Rob Janering and Simon Atkins
How to prepare for a VAT enquiry
  • 10 Jun 2026
HMRC is stepping up its compliance activities when it comes to VAT. In this episode, we explain what businesses can do to prepare for a VAT enquiry and we explore how HMRC and the government could better support businesses in meeting their VAT obligations.

Videos

Showcasing recent news-related video content from ICAEW.
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ICAEW's latest research into the evolution of mid-tier accountancy firms
ICAEW's latest research into the evolution of mid-tier accountancy firms
  • 13 May 2026
  • 00:00:45
Chief Executive, Alan Vallance, introduces the 2026 edition of ICAEW's research into the activities of the UK's mid-tier accountancy firms and their plans for the future.
ICAEW Annual Report 2025
ICAEW Annual Report 2025
  • 24 Apr 2026
  • 00:01:07
Alan Vallance recaps some of the highlights in 2025. To find out more read the ICAEW Annual Report 2025 at https://www.icaew.com.
Looking ahead: financial services in 2026
Looking ahead: financial services in 2026
  • 24 Feb 2026
  • 00:00:52
Polly Tsang, ICAEW's Senior Financial Services Regulatory Manager, previews the year ahead in financial services.
Looking ahead: technology and cyber security in 2026
Looking ahead: technology and cyber security in 2026
  • 18 Feb 2026
  • 00:00:56
Esther Mallowah, ICAEW's Head of Tech Policy, previews the year ahead in technology and cyber security.
Looking ahead: regulation policy in 2026
Looking ahead: regulation policy in 2026
  • 18 Feb 2026
  • 00:01:03
Sophie Wales, ICAEW's Director, Regulatory Policy, previews the year ahead for regulation policy in accountancy and finance.
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Charts of the week

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Chart of the week: Canada’s federal finances
  • Article
  • 03 Jul 2026
Our chart this week honours Canada Day, and a historic knock-out stage win by Canada in the men’s World Cup, by taking a look at the finances of the Canadian federal government.
Chart of the week: the fiscal inheritance
  • Article
  • 25 Jun 2026
Our chart this week looks at the fiscal plan that the next prime minister and chancellor (whoever they may be) will inherit and how tax rises and spending restraint are key to turning the current budget deficit into a surplus.
Chart of the week: government bond yields
  • Article
  • 18 Jun 2026
Our chart this week highlights how the UK has one of the highest government bond yields (the interest rates payable by governments) among advanced economies.

News specials

A listing of one-off News specials that focus on a particular subject, interviewing the key people, identifying developing trends and examining the underlying issues.

Graphical illustration of the five institutional pillars ICAEW has identified as being crucial to reforming UK tax system: policymakers, administration, digital infrastructure, tax professional and judiciary.
How to build a better tax system
  • 29 Jun 2026
The UK tax system is failing, weighed down by decades of accumulated complexity. ICAEW has identified five pillars critical to creating a system fit for the future and wants members views on potential solutions.
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Mental health and wellbeing
  • 07 May 2026
There is now a far greater understanding that we should look after our mental health with the same care as our physical health. Discover ICAEW's and caba's resources for maintaining your mental health..
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Prepare for 2026
  • 25 Feb 2026
Accountants face some significant challenges, but also some key opportunities in 2026. Hear from ICAEW experts on the important issues that members need to be thinking about over the next 12 months.

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