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April’s public sector finances add to the Chancellor’s woes
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- 22 May 2026
Higher welfare spending pushed the deficit up by £5bn, from £19bn in the month of April 2025 to £24bn in April 2026, while opening net debt was revised up by £6bn.
Mid-tier firms focused on AI and consolidation
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- 22 May 2026
The impact of technology on the workforce and continued consolidation are the key factors shaping the future of mid-tier accountancy firms in the UK, confirms ICAEW research.
UK government ploughs ahead with late payments Bill
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- 21 May 2026
Following its inclusion in the King’s Speech, the Small Business Protections Bill is one of the first to be put before parliament, including a cap on payment terms and new powers for the Small Business Commissioner.
Chart of the week: UK defence spending
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- 21 May 2026
Our chart this week returns to the subject of defence spending and how the extra money for defence being announced by the government is only a small step on the way to the NATO target of spending 3.5% of GDP.
ICAEW regulatory round-up: May 2026
- Newsletter
- 20 May 2026
Explore disciplinary cases, our 2025 Regulation and Conduct Annual Report, a new webinar hub, audit and probate guidance, and IP resources for CPD monitoring reviews in 2027.
Letters of representation: a key protection for auditors
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- 14 May 2026
Peter Herbert and Karen Eckstein explain why letters of representation matter in an audit of financial statements, what can go wrong, and how shortcomings can be addressed.
Chart of the week: car exports and imports
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- 14 May 2026
Our chart this week is on the car market in the UK, showing how most of the cars made in the UK are exported (our third biggest goods export) and most of the new cars registered in the UK are imported (our biggest goods import).
King’s Speech 2026: late payments plan confirmed
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- 13 May 2026
The King’s Speech featured proposed legislation on late payments and regulatory reform in an agenda that prioritised national security above all else.
How UK agriculture can weather the heat of Middle East war
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- 12 May 2026
As the Middle East conflict heaps further pressure on an already fraught UK agricultural sector, how can farmers weather this multi-faceted storm?
Seven things accountants can do now to prevent burnout
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- 11 May 2026
Accountants are at risk of burnout, particularly during busy periods. This Mental Health Awareness Week, there are steps you can take to keep it at bay.
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