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Budget must turn ambition into opportunity for Wales
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- 22 Sep 2026
As businesses across Wales look towards the October Budget, the message from ICAEW members is clear. This Budget is an opportunity for the UK Government to give business the breathing space it needs to deliver growth.
Hope springs eternal, but Wales must seize the moment
- Article
- 01 Sep 2026
There is an old saying that "hope springs eternal". In business, however, hope alone is never enough. Optimism must be backed by investment, ambition and a willingness to grasp new opportunities when they emerge.
Why collaboration must drive Wales’s next chapter
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- 29 Jul 2026
The Senedd election is now behind us, the UK has a new Prime Minister, and a fresh chapter in Welsh public policy is beginning. With new administrations taking shape and priorities being set, there is a renewed opportunity to focus on what matters most: delivering sustainable economic growth for Wales.
North East BCM Q2 Regional Director's insights
- Article
- 22 Jul 2026
Kim Johnson, ICAEW Regional Director for the North East, gives her insight on the 2026 Q2 Business Confidence Monitor Report.
South West BCM Q2 Regional Director's insights
- Article
- 22 Jul 2026
Rowena Hawkes, ICAEW Regional Director for the South West, gives her insight on the 2026 Q2 Business Confidence Monitor Report.
South East BCM Q2 Regional Director's insights
- Article
- 22 Jul 2026
Meghan Doyle, ICAEW Regional Director South East, discusses insights for the South East region from the latest ICAEW Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) Q2 2026.
London BCM Q2 Regional Director's insights
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- 22 Jul 2026
As the latest Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) shows confidence in London moving back into negative territory, members in the region share their experiences of continuing uncertainty around economic conditions, rising employment and operating costs, and pressure on profitability.
Wales BCM Q2 Regional Director's insights
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- 22 Jul 2026
Robert Lloyd Griffiths, ICAEW Director Wales, discusses insights for Wales from the latest ICAEW Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) Q2 2026.
Scotland BCM Q2 Regional Directors insights
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- 22 Jul 2026
Kim Johnston, ICAEW Regional Director Scotland, discusses insights for the Scotland region from the latest ICAEW Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) Q2 2026.
Yorkshire and the Humber BCM Q2 Regional Director's insights
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- 22 Jul 2026
Kim Johnston, ICAEW Regional Director Yorkshire and the Humber, discusses insights for the Yorkshire and Humber region from the latest ICAEW Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) Q2 2026.
MSCA Legacy and Chartered Accountants’ Livery Charity announce 2026 awards for GM students
- Regional news
- 20 Jul 2026
Extended support also confirmed for financial education charity Money Ready
July 2026: MSCA Legacy Limited, in partnership with the Chartered Accountants’ Livery Charity (CALC), has announced its latest round of nine awards for students at Greater Manchester’s three key universities.
Social Mobility: Getting Talent Through The Door Is Not Enough
- Regional news
- 14 Jul 2026
The accountancy profession has made significant strides in widening access over the past decade. Across Yorkshire and the Humber, firms are working harder than ever to recruit talent from a broader range of socio-economic backgrounds. School outreach programmes, apprenticeship pathways, contextual recruitment and partnerships with organisations focused on social mobility, such as Ahead Partnerships and Access Accountancy, are increasingly becoming part of the mainstream.
ICAEW West Midlands Board Appoints new Chair and Deputy Chair
- Regional news
- 12 Jun 2026
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) West Midlands Local Network Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Gemma Jones, Partner at FRP Advisory, as Chair, and Louise Rudd, Partner at RSM Birmingham, as Deputy Chair.
Putting words into action for Wales’ economy
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- 01 Jun 2026
Wales has always been at its best when we work together with a shared sense of purpose. That is why I want to warmly welcome Adam Price to his new role as Cabinet Secretary for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, and to do so with both optimism and realism about the task ahead.
Hydrogen can power a new chapter for the Humber and the North East
- Regional news
- 20 May 2026
Energy security and regional growth are often treated as separate goals. In reality, they can reinforce each other. As the UK builds a cleaner energy system, the Humber and the North East are well placed to become national hubs for low-carbon hydrogen.
RLG Western Mail March 26
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- 25 Mar 2026
As Director of ICAEW in Wales, I have always believed that Wales’ professional and business community has a distinctive voice — one rooted in resilience, innovation and a deep sense of place. Nowhere is that more visible than during Wales Week London, which this year celebrated its 10th anniversary. A decade on, the initiative is a highlight in the calendar and continues to showcase Welsh ambition on a UK and global stage, bringing together leaders, entrepreneurs and organisations who are shaping the future of our economy.
Priorities for the next Welsh government
- Regional news
- 24 Mar 2026
Wales has the talent, ambition, and resources to thrive in a rapidly changing economy. Yet too many businesses face barriers that hold back investment, innovation, and growth. Here ICAEW provides a member-led briefing for manifesto and policy leads.
Making Tax Digital: What Yorkshire’s Businesses Need to Know
- Regional news
- 04 Mar 2026
The most significant change to personal tax administration in nearly three decades is on its way and it will affect thousands of Yorkshire’s sole traders and landlords. Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax, which becomes mandatory for many from April 2026, represents a major shift in how income is recorded and reported.
Sustainability: A Defining Opportunity for Accountancy
- Regional news
- 10 Feb 2026
The chartered accountancy profession stands at a crossroads. As sustainability once again climbs the business agenda across the UK and beyond, chartered accountants are uniquely positioned to play a transformative role.
What businesses should expect in 2026
- Regional news
- 13 Jan 2026
As we step into 2026, businesses across Wales find themselves navigating an economic environment that is as complex as it is full of possibility. The past year (or more) has tested the resilience of organisations of every size, and the year ahead will demand the same blend of adaptability, strategic clarity and long term thinking. From my vantage point at ICAEW Wales, it is clear that Welsh businesses are entering a period where informed decision making and forward looking leadership will matter more than ever.
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