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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.
Peter van Veen, Philippa Lamb and Shefaly Yogendra
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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Behind the Numbers

When is CEO pay a problem?

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.
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Latest news

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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.
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New data protection law: do you have a complaints procedure?
  • 01 Jul 2026
Since 19 June, all UK-based organisations are legally required to handle data protection complaints and have procedure in place to do so. Find out what you need to know.
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Suren Thiru on how US-Iran peace deal could influence UK’s economic outlook
  • 29 Jun 2026
ICAEW’s Chief Economist Suren Thiru discusses what the US-Iran agreement could mean for the UK economy, including for energy costs, supply chains and interest rates.
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The AI cyber wars are hotting up
  • 29 Jun 2026
As thermometers hit new highs for June in the UK, the temperature has been rising in the ongoing battle between artificial intelligence and cyber security. Our monthly roundup explores the latest developments, incidents and more.

Latest tax news

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
ICAEW’s Tax Faculty explains the government’s proposals for individuals to pay tax due under income tax self assessment (ITSA) in regular installments during the tax year from April 2029.
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.
Details emerge of new recklessness offence for taxpayers and agents
  • 30 Jun 2026
Taxpayers and agents who recklessly make a statement or declaration to HMRC in relation to a direct tax matter face a custodial sentence and/or a fine under the government’s proposals.

Podcasts

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.
Polly Tsang, Senior Financial Services Regulatory Manager
Understanding tokenisation plans; rethinking the audit report
  • 03 Jun 2026
The government has plans to tokenise financial markets. What exactly is tokenisation? What might it look like in practice and what are the big questions about it that still need answering? Polly Tsang, ICAEW’s Senior Financial Services Regulatory Manager, explains.

Videos

Showcasing recent news-related video content from ICAEW.
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You can help rebuild the UK tax system
You can help rebuild the UK tax system
  • 26 Jun 2026
  • 00:03:09
The Tax Faculty is exploring how the tax system can be rebuilt. We want to hear from as many people as possible on what they think are the problems and potential solutions. Hear from our volunteers on what we’ve achieved so far and how you can help.
Pillar: Administration
Pillar: Administration
  • 26 Jun 2026
  • 00:03:07
Administration of tax in the UK is one of five pillars that needs reforming to fix the tax system. Ed Saltmarsh, Indirect Tax Technical Manager, explains what changes need to be made to make HMRC more effective, including access parity for agents.
Pillar: Policymakers
Pillar: Policymakers
  • 26 Jun 2026
  • 00:01:44
In examining the UK tax system, ICAEW believes that policymakers are one of the five key institutional pillars needing reform to address current failings. Ed Saltmarsh, Indirect Tax Technical Manager, outlines ICAEW’s position.
It’s time to rebuild the UK’s tax system
It’s time to rebuild the UK’s tax system
  • 26 Jun 2026
  • 00:02:58
The tax system is creaking under the weight of decades of accumulated complexity. Ed Saltmarsh, Indirect Tax Technical Manager, explains how ICAEW is focusing its work on rebuilding the tax system to make it fit for purpose.
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.
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Charts of the week

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.
Chart of the week: employment and unemployment
  • Article
  • 11 Jun 2026
Our chart this week explains why the employment rate of 75% and unemployment rate of 5% don’t add up to 100%.

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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