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Our helpsheets reflect the guidance provided to ICAEW members on our helplines and highlight important issues for members. Access practical technical and ethical guidance, as well as FAQs.
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Ethics CPD course

ICAEW has created a free online ethics course to support members in meeting their changing continuing professional development (CPD) requirements
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Latest updates

In ICAEW's podcast series panels of guest dissect the latest headlines and provide expert analysis on the top stories from across the world of business, finance and accountancy.
A busy new tax year, plus progress on the Economic Crime Act
  • Podcast
  • 08 Apr 2024
In this episode, we discuss why the arrival of the 2024/25 tax year is particularly busy for accountants, and the main changes to be aware of from 6 April.
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ISQM, preparing and filing accounts, and public practice
  • Podcast
  • 09 Feb 2024
In this episode, we discuss how firms can maintain momentum on the International Standard of Quality Management.
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ICAEW/CIPFA dual membership, cyber security trends, and economic renewal
  • Podcast
  • 03 Nov 2023
In this episode, we explain how ICAEW members can apply for dual membership with the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy, and much more.
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Building a resilient economy, plus self assessment deadlines
  • Podcast
  • 06 Oct 2023
In this episode, we discuss a new content series recently launched by ICAEW: ‘Resilience and renewal: building an economy fit for the future’.

Audit and assurance

 
Corporate Reporting Faculty Events 2024
  • Listing
  • 19 Apr 2024
View upcoming webinars and events from the Corporate Reporting Faculty.
Why the resilience statement hasn’t gone away
  • Article
  • 18 Apr 2024
Despite the government dropping a requirement for UK plc to produce a resilience statement, some businesses still see the benefits of adopting its principles.
CORPORATE REPORTING FACULTY European sustainability reporting: an introduction for UK companies
  • Webinar
  • 17 Apr 2024
  • PDF (1,059kb)
Aimed at UK preparers and their advisers, this webinar provides an introduction to the EU’s framework for sustainability reporting. Experts in practice discuss the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), focusing on the impact on UK companies.
AUDIT AND ASSURANCE FACULTY frc launches uk sustainability assurance market study
  • Article
  • 16 Apr 2024
ICAEW’s Audit & Assurance Faculty welcomed the launch on 21 March of the Financial Reporting Council’s first-ever market study, looking at the UK market for sustainable assurance services.

Videos and webinars

AUDIT AND ASSURANCE FACULTY Professional judgement: making better choices
  • 29 Apr 2024
Professor Sir Andrew Likierman dives deep into how you can exercise better judgement in the accountancy profession.
Exclusive INTERNAL AUDIT COMMUNITY Hints and tips for a career in internal audit
  • Webinar
  • 11 Mar 2024
Join our panel of experts at this webinar as they explore the highs and lows of their professional journey.
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Business

How CFOs can prepare for what lies ahead
  • Article
  • 26 Apr 2024
As non-financial data becomes more crucial to CFOs’ work, ICAEW has partnered on new research to support them in making changes for a fairer future.
IESBA strategy aims to rebuild trust in accountancy
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
Ambitious four-year work plan puts ethics at the heart of corporate decision-making to help the profession recover from recent scandals and regain public trust.
ICAEW: business confidence triples in Q1
  • Article
  • 24 Apr 2024
The latest Business Confidence Monitor finds UK business confidence on the rise, signalling a rebound from pandemic lows
Why the tone of whistleblowing policies matters
  • Article
  • 23 Apr 2024
Staff need support to speak up about unethical practices in the workplace – we look at how to create effective whistleblowing policies that break down barriers.

Videos and webinars

Exclusive CORPORATE REPORTING FACULTY European sustainability reporting: an introduction for UK companies
  • Webinar
  • 18 Apr 2024
Aimed at UK preparers and their advisers, this webinar provides an introduction to the EU’s framework for sustainability reporting. Experts in practice discuss the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), focusing on the impact on UK companies.
Creating your first forecast with Futrli
  • Webinar
  • 15 Apr 2024
Discover how Futrli can support your cash flow forecasting.
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Corporate governance

How to bring your experience to the board
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
Jane Hemstritch’s impressive portfolio career has taught her a thing or two about how to choose the right role – or, better still, ensure that it chooses you.
IESBA strategy aims to rebuild trust in accountancy
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
Ambitious four-year work plan puts ethics at the heart of corporate decision-making to help the profession recover from recent scandals and regain public trust.
Ensure that your trustee decisions are legal
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
This article provides a guide on how to navigate decision-making within charities. From understanding how the charity’s legal structure and governing document impact decision-making, to documenting decisions in compliance with charity regulation and law, this guide aims to equip you with the knowledge necessary to make informed and legally sound decisions.
Co-pilots: winging their way to you
  • Article
  • 23 Apr 2024
A new generation of digital assistants are promising accountants enhanced speed, accuracy and efficiency, but will they live up to the hype?

Videos and webinars

Virtual CPD Conference
  • 28 Mar 2024
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is an integral part of being a successful ICAEW Chartered Accountant.
Exclusive CORPORATE GOVERNANCE Crisis prevention: the role of directors and the board
  • Webinar
  • 13 Mar 2024
Hear from our expert panel to help you prepare your organisation and board for preventing a crisis.
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Corporate reporting

Corporate Reporting Faculty Events 2024
  • Listing
  • 19 Apr 2024
View upcoming webinars and events from the Corporate Reporting Faculty.
Exclusive CORPORATE REPORTING FACULTY European sustainability reporting: an introduction for UK companies
  • Webinar
  • 18 Apr 2024
Aimed at UK preparers and their advisers, this webinar provides an introduction to the EU’s framework for sustainability reporting. Experts in practice discuss the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), focusing on the impact on UK companies.
TPT publishes guidance on securing transition finance
  • Article
  • 11 Apr 2024
Expert body’s final batch of advice provides companies in every sector with insights on how to attract investment to support their journey to net zero.
IASB publishes IFRS 18
  • Article
  • 10 Apr 2024
The IASB’s latest IFRS Accounting Standard, IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements, focuses on new requirements for the statement of profit or loss.

Videos and webinars

Exclusive CORPORATE REPORTING FACULTY European sustainability reporting: an introduction for UK companies
  • Webinar
  • 18 Apr 2024
Aimed at UK preparers and their advisers, this webinar provides an introduction to the EU’s framework for sustainability reporting. Experts in practice discuss the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), focusing on the impact on UK companies.
Exclusive CORPORATE REPORTING FACULTY Introducing the first IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards IFRS S2
  • Webinar
  • 01 Feb 2024
This webinar, the second in a two-part series, offers an opportunity to hear a summary of the requirements of IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures directly from the standard-setter, plus implementation insight from experts in practice.
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Ethics

Exclusive Regulatory update March 2024
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
The following is a list of some regulatory publications or announcements from March 2024 affecting UK financial services.
Charity banking obstacles reach crisis point
  • Article
  • 22 Apr 2024
Difficulty opening accounts, accounts being frozen or closed without warning, inadequate customer service, high charges and lengthy delays in implementing new mandates among list of complaints.
The auditor who fought Kenyan corruption
  • Article
  • 17 Apr 2024
This year’s ICAEW Achievement Award winner, Edward ‘Eddie’ Ouko, faced huge resistance in his role as Auditor-General of Kenya. Despite the threats, he stood his ground.
Tax news in brief 17 April 2024
  • Article
  • 16 Apr 2024
Highlights from the broader tax news for the week ending 17 April 2024, including: how Labour intends to close the tax gap; a change to the form for reporting a residential property gain; and new HMRC guidance for employers on giving foreign tax relief.

Videos and webinars

Technical Hot Topics: Ethics and AML
  • Webinar
  • 12 Dec 2023
December 2023 Ethics and AML update with technical advisers from the ICAEW Technical Advisory Service highlighting common enquiries and emerging issues relevant to small practitioners.
The role of accountants in cyber security
  • 18 Oct 2023
This engaging and high value course, delivered by Lockdown Cyber Security provides 2 hours and 20 minutes of insight into what cyber security is and why it is important to both Accountants today and in the future.
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Ethics CPD course

This free online course helps you apply the Code of Ethics to everyday situations, uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, and satisfy your ethics continuing professional development (CPD) requirements.

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ICAEW's Ethics CPD course is designed to help you apply the Code of Ethics to everyday situations and uphold the highest standards of professional conduct.

Personal development

 
How to bring your experience to the board
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
Jane Hemstritch’s impressive portfolio career has taught her a thing or two about how to choose the right role – or, better still, ensure that it chooses you.
Ensure that your trustee decisions are legal
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
This article provides a guide on how to navigate decision-making within charities. From understanding how the charity’s legal structure and governing document impact decision-making, to documenting decisions in compliance with charity regulation and law, this guide aims to equip you with the knowledge necessary to make informed and legally sound decisions.
ICAEW-CA Sri Lanka programme deemed ‘transformative’
  • Article
  • 24 Apr 2024
First student to complete the ICAEW-CA Sri Lanka Joint Student and Membership Scheme says it showcased her capabilities and helped her secure a role at one of the Big Four.
ICAEW signs Equal Representation for Expert Witnesses Pledge
  • Article
  • 23 Apr 2024
ERE initiative urges commitment to fair representation and equal opportunities following concerns about the low numbers of women appearing as expert witnesses.

Videos and webinars

Virtual CPD Conference
  • 28 Mar 2024
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is an integral part of being a successful ICAEW Chartered Accountant.
Exclusive INTERNAL AUDIT COMMUNITY Hints and tips for a career in internal audit
  • Webinar
  • 11 Mar 2024
Join our panel of experts at this webinar as they explore the highs and lows of their professional journey.
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Practice management

 
PRACTICE DEPARTMENT Practice assurance common findings | ISQM 1 | Changes to duty to report misconduct
  • Newsletter
  • 27 Sep 2023
In this issue, we look at common findings from more than 1,500 Practice Assurance reviews; Performing a robust audit of Revenue; Root Cause Analysis themes relating to ISQM 1; changes to duty to report misconduct, and much more.
PRACTICE DEPARTMENT Staff retention | ISQM 1: Root Cause Analysis | Personal financial planning services
  • Newsletter
  • 13 Sep 2023
In this issue, we look at opportunities for staff recruitment and retention; Root Cause Analysis themes relating to ISQM 1; how you can get involved with a personal financial planning value added services focus group; a new 2023 UK GAAP accounts factsheet, and much more.
PRACTICE DEPARTMENT AML supervisory reform: Share your views | Funding and banking for SMEs
  • Newsletter
  • 30 Aug 2023
In this issue, we ask you to share your views on the AML supervisory reform consultation. We also look at seven situations that require a practising certificate; how to develop a meaningful Audit and Assurance policy; Getting started with climate reporting; ESGs and SME funding and much more.
PRACTICE DEPARTMENT Start your ethics CPD now | Helpsheets for leaving practice | Tax updates
  • Newsletter
  • 19 Jul 2023
In this issue, we look at the new, free, interactive Ethics CPD course; why sustainability reporting matters to SMEs; dispelling the common myths about charities; starting and leaving a practice; Tax in Practice July webinar and resources and much more.

Videos and webinars

Mastering funding advisory: A blueprint for accountants
  • Webinar
  • 11 Apr 2024
Swoop for Advisors explain how it can empower members to access funding for their clients.
Practice Hot Topics – March 2024
  • Webinar
  • 05 Mar 2024
Common enquiries and emerging issues relevant for small practitioners.
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Sustainability

 
Corporate Reporting Faculty Events 2024
  • Listing
  • 19 Apr 2024
View upcoming webinars and events from the Corporate Reporting Faculty.
What does the CFO’s changing role mean for you? More than 150 finance leaders have shared their experiences of how the CFO’s role is changing with ICAEW and Board Intelligence. Find out what this means in practice and how to make the most of it.
Exclusive CORPORATE REPORTING FACULTY European sustainability reporting: an introduction for UK companies
  • Webinar
  • 18 Apr 2024
Aimed at UK preparers and their advisers, this webinar provides an introduction to the EU’s framework for sustainability reporting. Experts in practice discuss the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), focusing on the impact on UK companies.
A great communicator makes for a successful CFO
  • Article
  • 18 Apr 2024
Kelly Smith is CFO at Kantar, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading market research companies. Smith talks about why good communication is key to good leadership, worrying about climate change, and challenges her peers to find ways to maintain engagement in a world of hybrid working.

Videos and webinars

Exclusive CORPORATE REPORTING FACULTY European sustainability reporting: an introduction for UK companies
  • Webinar
  • 18 Apr 2024
Aimed at UK preparers and their advisers, this webinar provides an introduction to the EU’s framework for sustainability reporting. Experts in practice discuss the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), focusing on the impact on UK companies.
The COP Diaries
  • Video
  • 29 Nov 2023
A look behind the scenes at how ICAEW and its strategic partners plan for COP climate meetings. We follow them in the weeks leading up to COP28.
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Tax

 
The unfortunate unfairness of tax thresholds
  • Article
  • 26 Apr 2024
Thresholds are an integral part of the tax system, but can cause challenges for taxpayers and administrators alike. We look at the areas that cause the biggest issues.
Public finances end financial year in weak position
  • Article
  • 24 Apr 2024
Net debt represents a growing fiscal mortgage of £92,000 per UK household as a difficult financial year comes to a close.
Tax news in brief 24 April 2024
  • Article
  • 24 Apr 2024
Highlights from the broader tax news for the week ending 24 April 2024, including: HMRC guidance on the tax rules for travel costs for flexible and hybrid workers; an update on how to obtain details of overlap profits; a new option for complaining about HMRC; and updated VAT road fuel scale charges.
TAX FACULTY MTDtalk April 2024
  • Speech or presentation
  • 24 Apr 2024
  • PDF (1,024kb)
Presentation slides to accompany the Tax Faculty webinar 'MTDtalk April 2024' broadcast live on 24 April 2024.

Videos and webinars

MTDtalk April 2024
  • Webinar
  • 24 Apr 2024
The latest information and guidance on Making Tax Digital income tax self assessment (MTD ITSA) from the Tax Faculty.
Exclusive TAX FACULTY Expanding the cash basis
  • Webinar
  • 18 Apr 2024
This webinar from the Tax Faculty will run through the basics of the cash basis and what is changing from 6 April 2024
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Technology

 
Exclusive EXCEL COMMUNITY Finding the missing link – Edit links enhanced
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
Links to cells in other workbooks are a frequent cause of confusion. It can be particularly difficult to track down some of the more elusive ways in which one spreadsheet can be linked to another. A Find Next command available as part of an enhancement to the previous Edit Links command might now be able to help.
Ensure that your trustee decisions are legal
  • Article
  • 25 Apr 2024
This article provides a guide on how to navigate decision-making within charities. From understanding how the charity’s legal structure and governing document impact decision-making, to documenting decisions in compliance with charity regulation and law, this guide aims to equip you with the knowledge necessary to make informed and legally sound decisions.
State of the sector what is the outlook for charities
  • Article
  • 24 Apr 2024
Drawing insights from recent reports and analyses, this article provides an overview of the current state of the charity sector and offers advice on how to respond to the key challenges currently facing charities.
TAX FACULTY MTDtalk April 2024
  • Speech or presentation
  • 24 Apr 2024
  • PDF (1,024kb)
Presentation slides to accompany the Tax Faculty webinar 'MTDtalk April 2024' broadcast live on 24 April 2024.

Videos and webinars

MTDtalk April 2024
  • Webinar
  • 24 Apr 2024
The latest information and guidance on Making Tax Digital income tax self assessment (MTD ITSA) from the Tax Faculty.
Creating your first forecast with Futrli
  • Webinar
  • 15 Apr 2024
Discover how Futrli can support your cash flow forecasting.
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Sector specific support

ICAEW communities provide a range of resources tailored for those working within specific sectors, including live events, webinars and newsletters.

There is support for those working in charities; construction, energy, farming, manufacturing, and many more.

Alongside support for industry sectors there are also ICAEW communities for those working with small and micro businesses and in global trade.

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ICAEW provides a wealth of CPD resources in various formats to suit your learning needs. 

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Whether you need a two-hour update on tax or a two-day refresher on reporting standards, with more than 100 ICAEW CPD courses to choose from there will be something for you.

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ICAEW's events programme brings together leading industry speakers across practice and business. Connect and network with your peers while keeping up to date with the latest developments in accountancy.

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The ICAEW Library & Information Service offers a range of services and resources, including information on accountancy in different countries and on a variety of technical subjects.

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