Building a sustainable future
Climate change is a defining issue of our time. Acting now is key to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals’ vision of fair and sustainable prosperity.
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We are proud to be building towards:
A World of Strong Economies
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales was formed in 1880 to ensure trust in business and that remains our mission. We ensure our members have the skills, knowledge and influence to help build economies that are sustainable, accountable and fair.
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Our role as a regulator
Protecting the public interest as a regulator
We act as an independent regulator to protect the public interest by making sure our firms, members, students and affiliates maintain the highest standards of professional conduct.
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153,000 members across 148 countries
You’ll find our members working for some of the biggest brands, governments and high street retailers, both in the UK and internationally.