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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.
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UK business confidence

Read the latest results of ICAEW's quarterly Business Confidence Monitor (BCM). Q1 2023 shows business confidence recovering back into positive territory, but still very weak.
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Networking

Inspiring future leaders

Inspiring Future Leaders connects aspiring younger members with senior finance leaders of large organisations through a series of free, virtual roundtables.
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Webinars and publications

Browse our extensive catalogue of webinars, magazines and reports on business, management and personal development.
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Insights

Cost of doing business

Business are being impacted by soaring energy costs, supply-chain disruption and much more. We explore what is driving these issues, how firms and finance teams can respond and what to consider when faced with uncertainty.
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Online training

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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Technical support

Helpsheets

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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Charity trustees CPD requirements
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 11 Dec 2023
In line with ICAEW's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations, members who volunteer as charity trustees have specific development requirements which must be completed each year.
HMRC ceases providing tax clearance for members’ voluntary liquidations
  • Article
  • 08 Dec 2023
Clearance service withdrawn with immediate effect. This includes requests already received by HMRC that have not been responded to.
Striking off a company - accounting, auditing and other considerations
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 08 Dec 2023
Technical helpsheet issued to help ICAEW members consider the options and impacts of striking off a company in terms of accounting, audit and other considerations.
NAO warns on extreme weather risks to business
  • Article
  • 07 Dec 2023
Government’s unpreparedness for extreme weather events limits its ability to demonstrate whether value for money is being achieved.
COP28: what does transition planning mean for accountants?
  • Podcast
  • 06 Dec 2023
In the first of two special Insights In Focus episodes, guest host Mark Rowland shares news and views from COP28 in Dubai. This episode focuses on the importance of transition plans in achieving net zero.
Faculty news: December 2023
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 06 Dec 2023
The NSIA call for evidence, the appointment of Alan Vallance as ICAEW’s new chief executive, upcoming consultations, not-to-be-missed events – and a reminder to renew faculty membership.
Business news

Business events and webinars

Access to finance for small businesses
  • Webinar
  • 04 Dec 2023
Smaller businesses’ awareness of available options is known to be the biggest barrier to their demand for external finance. This webinar will explore how the British Business Bank supports making finance markets work better for smaller businesses across the UK’s regions and nations, and will provide valuable information to businesses seeking a better understanding of their finance options.
Cybersecurity for the accountancy profession: Understanding the risk before implementing a solution
  • Webinar
  • 20 Nov 2023
Mitigo will be looking at why overlooking risks could ruin your reputation and diving deeper into the latest cyber threats facing accountancy firms. This webinar will also provide insight into the criminal ecosystem and the common errors made by accountancy firms as well as effective strategies to outsmart the cyber threats.
Dispute resolution
  • Webinar
  • 08 Nov 2023
James Forse from Acas offered insights into the nature and causes of disputes. This webinar also provided practical advice for resolving conflicts and clarify the distinctions between information, consultation and negotiation. Register to watch it on-demand.
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Business start up and finance

 
Connections December 2023: legal advisory appointments and promotions
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
Who’s on the move or been promoted in legal advisory.
Closing the gender gap: work in progress
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
Female-founded businesses are beginning to see an increase in investment, but when it comes to scaling and achieving exit, there is much more to be done.
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Insider dealing: ECI investment in Commify
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
In a fast-moving tech world, business messaging expert Commify has adapted to stay the distance. New investment from ECI will help take it to the next level.
Autumn Statement: the tax changes that didn’t make the headlines
  • Article
  • 29 Nov 2023
ICAEW’s Tax Faculty scans the Autumn Statement documents for other tax-related announcements. Various tax measures can be found in the Overview of tax legislation and rates, the Autumn Statement, and updated Tax information and impact notes.
ICAEW Member insights: November 2023
  • Article
  • 28 Nov 2023
Ongoing economic and political uncertainty dominate discussions, but businesses remain resilient and recognise that opportunities in technology, green energy and improving the customer experience are there for the taking.
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How SMEs can access transition funding
  • Article
  • 28 Nov 2023
Many existing products for SMEs are taking net zero and climate plans into account.
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Business Finance Guide

This independent guide provides entrepreneurs, SMEs and growing businesses with information on the finance options that are available to them throughout their business finance journey.

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Corporate governance

Charity trustees CPD requirements
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 11 Dec 2023
In line with ICAEW's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations, members who volunteer as charity trustees have specific development requirements which must be completed each year.
Striking off a company - accounting, auditing and other considerations
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 08 Dec 2023
Technical helpsheet issued to help ICAEW members consider the options and impacts of striking off a company in terms of accounting, audit and other considerations.
Faculty news: December 2023
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 06 Dec 2023
The NSIA call for evidence, the appointment of Alan Vallance as ICAEW’s new chief executive, upcoming consultations, not-to-be-missed events – and a reminder to renew faculty membership.
Connections December 2023: private equity appointments and promotions
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
Recruitment and promotions in private equity.
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Corporate reporting

CPD course for charity trustees
  • Webinar
  • 11 Dec 2023
Under ICAEW's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations, members who volunteer as charity trustees should complete training each year that is specific to those duties. To support members meet their requirements ICAEW has created this hour-long training course.
Striking off a company - accounting, auditing and other considerations
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 08 Dec 2023
Technical helpsheet issued to help ICAEW members consider the options and impacts of striking off a company in terms of accounting, audit and other considerations.
Worsening local audit crisis reaches stalemate
  • Article
  • 05 Dec 2023
As the backlog of incomplete local audits continues to grow, Public Sector Audit Appointments Chair calls for “extraordinary intervention” to get the system back on track.
Preparing for the 2023/24 reporting season
  • Webinar
  • 04 Dec 2023
  • PDF (1,079kb)
This webinar looks at hot topics for preparers ahead of the 2023/24 reporting season, including areas identified in the FRC’s Annual Review of Corporate Reporting 2022/23. Tips on how to achieve high quality reports are also provided.
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Economy

COP28: what does transition planning mean for accountants?
  • Transcript
  • 08 Dec 2023
In the first of two special Insights In Focus episodes, guest host Mark Rowland shares news and views from COP28 in Dubai. This episode focuses on the importance of transition plans in achieving net zero.
Chart of the week: Incorporations and dissolutions
  • Article
  • 07 Dec 2023
Our chart this week illustrates how company dissolutions continue to outpace incorporations as the economy remains in first gear.
What’s in the Economic Crime Act 2023?
  • Transcript
  • 04 Dec 2023
In this Insights In Focus episode, we explore the contents and implications of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.
Economic update December 2023: UK economy flatlines but avoids recession
  • Article
  • 01 Dec 2023
Economic conditions remain challenging despite a dramatic drop in inflation and a positive Autumn Statement. ICAEW’s Economies Director Suren Thiru discusses the implications.
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Finance transformation

 
Leading digital transformation in finance
  • Article
  • 01 Dec 2023
At the ICAEW Annual Conference this year, there was an overarching focus on the opportunities and responsibilities that technology brings for finance professionals and their organisations, and how it is reshaping the world of finance and accounting.
Getting started: how to develop your nature strategy
  • Article
  • 28 Nov 2023
Understanding your nature-related risks and navigating a pathway to a resilient business model can be an undertaking, but you can break it into simpler steps.
Why collaboration is key to better cyber security
  • Article
  • 24 Oct 2023
While CFOs need to be more conscious of cyber risk in the workplace, cyber teams should also be increasing their own awareness of business needs.
Delivering transformation: a lesson in project management
  • Article
  • 06 Sep 2023
Finance transformation series: Neil Cutting advises CFOs and transformation leaders on the essential skill of project management.
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Financial management

Striking off a company - accounting, auditing and other considerations
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 08 Dec 2023
Technical helpsheet issued to help ICAEW members consider the options and impacts of striking off a company in terms of accounting, audit and other considerations.
Connections December 2023: corporate finance advisory appointments and promotions
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
Promotions and those on the move in corporate finance advisory.
Comment: Will Southgate on investing in a challenging market
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
The climate has changed for the private equity investor. M&A is down, valuation multiples are being recalculated and debt markets are tightening. With all this as a backdrop, Rutland Partners’ Will Southgate explains how the special situations firm is investing in the current market.
Leading digital transformation in finance
  • Article
  • 01 Dec 2023
At the ICAEW Annual Conference this year, there was an overarching focus on the opportunities and responsibilities that technology brings for finance professionals and their organisations, and how it is reshaping the world of finance and accounting.
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Leadership and HR

How to develop yourself, your team and your career. Practical advice on achieving a productive, happy and healthy team.

Charity trustees CPD requirements
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 11 Dec 2023
In line with ICAEW's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations, members who volunteer as charity trustees have specific development requirements which must be completed each year.
CPD course for charity trustees
  • Webinar
  • 11 Dec 2023
Under ICAEW's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations, members who volunteer as charity trustees should complete training each year that is specific to those duties. To support members meet their requirements ICAEW has created this hour-long training course.
FCA proposals aim to support diversity and inclusion
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
Concerns that financial services organisations are paying lip service to D&I have prompted proposals that strengthen the regulator’s expectations around non-financial misconduct.
Connections December 2023: corporate finance advisory appointments and promotions
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
Promotions and those on the move in corporate finance advisory.
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Performance management

Practical resources and support to help you improve the performance of your organisation. Use our selection of guides, tools, books and articles to find more information on all aspects of managing business performance.

ICAEW REP 111-23 Whole of Government Accounts 2020-21
  • Representation
  • 15 Nov 2023
  • PDF (188kb)
A representation dated 27 October 2023 to a consultation published by the Committee of Public Accounts (PAC) in September 2023.
Earn-out agreements
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 17 Oct 2023
  • PDF (1,266kb)
This Corporate Finance Faculty best-practice guideline, authored by Grant Thornton, explores the factors that can influence the outcome of an earn-out agreement, for both the buyer and the seller, and illustrates its benefits and potential pitfalls.
How to track your invoices and debtors effectively
  • Article
  • 27 Sep 2023
41% of finance leaders identify a lack of visibility over their accounts receivables as their company’s top challenge in better managing cash flow (Bottomline).
Exclusive Strategic Report and Directors Report Factsheet
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 09 Aug 2023
  • PDF (516kb)
This factsheet provides an overview of the scope and content requirements for the strategic report and directors’ report for UK companies. This applies to both UK GAAP and IFRS reporters.
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Restructuring and insolvency

HMRC ceases providing tax clearance for members’ voluntary liquidations
  • Article
  • 08 Dec 2023
Clearance service withdrawn with immediate effect. This includes requests already received by HMRC that have not been responded to.
Regulatory and Conduct news November 2023
  • Listing
  • 01 Nov 2023
A round-up of regulatory news items
Small drop in UK insolvencies may mask underlying issues
  • Article
  • 31 Oct 2023
Insolvency rates in Q3 2023 fell by 2%, according to the Insolvency Service, but it may be a fragile decline as experts warn of an uncertain future.
Peter Wyman, ICAEW Chair of the Board, assumes office
  • Article
  • 18 Oct 2023
Maintaining the value of the ACA qualification to shape government and regulatory policy top list of priorities, Wyman says.
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Strategy, risk and innovation

NAO warns on extreme weather risks to business
  • Article
  • 07 Dec 2023
Government’s unpreparedness for extreme weather events limits its ability to demonstrate whether value for money is being achieved.
Getting started: how to develop your nature strategy
  • Article
  • 28 Nov 2023
Understanding your nature-related risks and navigating a pathway to a resilient business model can be an undertaking, but you can break it into simpler steps.
Climate change hazards in supply chains ‘should be priority’
  • Article
  • 27 Nov 2023
As COP28 approaches, a new report from the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors urges business leaders and boards to focus on ESG risks within their supply chains.
Narrative reporting update
  • Webinar
  • 22 Nov 2023
  • PDF (661kb)
As well as covering new developments in front-half reporting, this webinar explores how to improve established aspects of narrative reporting and drive connectivity across the annual report.
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Sustainability

NAO warns on extreme weather risks to business
  • Article
  • 07 Dec 2023
Government’s unpreparedness for extreme weather events limits its ability to demonstrate whether value for money is being achieved.
COP28: what does transition planning mean for accountants?
  • Podcast
  • 06 Dec 2023
In the first of two special Insights In Focus episodes, guest host Mark Rowland shares news and views from COP28 in Dubai. This episode focuses on the importance of transition plans in achieving net zero.
Mike Berners-Lee: rethinking sustainability in business
  • Article
  • 06 Dec 2023
If sustainability is genuinely on your boardroom agenda, generating profit cannot be your primary goal, says renowned carbon measurement expert Mike Berners-Lee. Instead, conversations need to hinge on maximising value in its broadest sense.
Why AI regulation must be stepped up
  • Article
  • 05 Dec 2023
Artificial Intelligence offers exciting potential benefits to the audit profession, but without regulation it risks creating as many problems as it does solutions, warn Andrew Moyser and Mark Lumsdon-Taylor.
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Tax

Autumn Statement 2023: Tax news and insights
  • Listing
  • 05 Dec 2023
On 22 November 2023, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the Autumn Statement. Read analysis from ICAEW's Tax Faculty.
Exclusive A look back at tax in 2023
  • Article
  • 01 Dec 2023
Frank Haskew, ICAEW’s Head of Taxation Strategy, reflects on a busy 2023 and looks forward to the year ahead.
Exclusive International developments: professional standards in tax and administering VAT
  • Article
  • 01 Dec 2023
Nick Parker reports on developments shared at a two-day conference in Helsinki, hosted by CFE Tax Advisers Europe.
Exclusive Tax advantages and pitfalls of an earn-out
  • Article
  • 01 Dec 2023
James Moore describes the use of an earn-out in M&A transactions and highlights the risk of reclassification as earnings.
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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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