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Chart of the week: BBC
- 26 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart this week highlights how the BBC is struggling financially after incurring an operating loss of £0.3bn on the provision of public service broadcasting and the failure of commercial activities to contribute to the bottom line.
Severe financial difficulties likely for one third of councils
- 25 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors has released research demonstrating the financial instability and audit weakness of many local authorities.
FRC points to improved standards to drive UK growth
- 25 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The FRC’s Annual Report focuses on continued progress in the improvement of the standards of audit, financial and corporate reporting as an enabler of corporate growth.
Member spotlight: James Richardson, Stansted Airport FD
- 22 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
High flyer Richardson talks about the lessons from COVID-19 in managing uncertainty, the airport’s net-zero plans and how technology is transforming the travel experience.
Chart of the week: GDP over five years
- 12 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart this week looks at how negative economic growth per capita over the last five years may have contributed to the recent change in government.
British Business Bank launches Recovery Loan Scheme successor
- 12 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Running until 31 March 2026, the new Growth Guarantee Scheme aims to support small businesses by offering loans of up to £2m, with 70% government-backed guarantees.
UK business confidence soars amid sales growth
- 10 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
ICAEW’s latest Business Confidence Monitor reports a surge in UK business confidence, buoyed by lower inflation and optimistic sales projections. A confident economy sets the stage for the new Labour government to foster robust economic growth.
Balancing regulation and innovation for market growth
- 04 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
SEC Commissioner Hester M Peirce addressed the complexities of regulation, emphasising the need for balance between oversight and innovation, during her visit to Chartered Accountants’ Hall.
Maximising the M&A boom in the circular economy
- 02 Jul 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Deal activity around companies with ‘circular’ business models is outpacing the M&A market as a whole. How can they ensure they are investor ready?
Attesting time for financial services
- 28 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The new Corporate Governance Code attestation requirement on banks and insurers shines a spotlight on their internal controls. ICAEW’s Financial Services Faculty explains some of the practical implications
SMES: mind the productivity gap
- 27 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The UK small business productivity gap is narrowing as the best-performing regions dip and typically poor-performing regions step up. We ask: what’s the task at hand for the next government?
Supporting charity trustees with CPD
- 27 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Accountants sharing their expertise as charity trustees need to understand the latest developments in charity accounting and governance. Find out more about ICAEW’s range of freely accessible CPD resources, including articles, webinars and online training.
AI ‘will turbocharge cybercrime and fraud’
- 26 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Chief internal auditors are worried that AI is likely to fuel a surge in cyber, fraud and economic crime, according to a new poll.
IoD code of conduct for directors needs teeth, ICAEW warns
- 26 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
ICAEW expresses concerns about the effectiveness of a voluntary code with no enforcement mechanism or register of signatories.
Supply chain: a cyber vulnerability blind spot
- 24 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The supply chain is highlighted as the new frontier for cybercrime. Although activity can be outsourced, responsibility and accountability cannot, experts warn.
Election 2024: do the manifestos reflect the profession’s priorities?
- 14 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The major political parties have released their manifestos. Have they been listening to recommendations from ICAEW and its members?
Social Mobility Day puts spotlight on Access Accountancy
- 13 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Greater support for charity will enable the profession to be fully open to people from lower socio-economic backgrounds, says ICAEW Chief Operating Officer Sharron Gunn.
Is AI really taking your job?
- 13 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Fresh analysis suggests AI skills could help to bridge the UK productivity gap with other nations.
European Union launches new AI Office
- 11 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The EU is set to open its AI Office following the application of its recent world-first comprehensive law on Artificial Intelligence.
Economic update: short-term gain masks underlying pain
- 03 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Significant challenges remain despite the UK’s exit from recession. Ahead of next month’s general election, ICAEW’s Economies Director Suren Thiru discusses the key points to watch.
Influencing policy to support you: May 2024
- 31 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
ICAEW has been meeting with MPs to discuss economic growth and the opportunities offered by technology, as well as giving evidence to parliament on audit reform and the effectiveness of sanctions on Russia.
Cyber round-up: May 2024
- 29 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Supply-chain security, the growing peril of deepfakes, and the threat of ransomware are some of the big topics that continue to dominate the headlines.
ICAEW Member Insights: May 2024
- 29 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
A recent ICAEW economic summit provided an opportunity to delve into some of the more pressing challenges and opportunities identified by ICAEW members.
IESBA delegation talks ethics strategy with ICAEW
- 24 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Key figures from IESBA and ICAEW meet to discuss important developments in the ethics space and explore areas of mutual interest and joint cooperation.
General election offers chance to restore UK resilience
- 24 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
ICAEW urges political parties to focus on the actions needed to renew the economy and ensure the UK is the best place to start, run and grow a business.
Profit warnings rise as macroeconomic pressures continue
- 17 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Contract cancellations and delays, higher costs and weaker consumer confidence lead to significant increase in companies warning about lower-than-forecasted profits.
BoE’s bank rate battle plan
- 16 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The Bank of England’s Chief Economist lays out three key metrics for assessing when to shift the bank rate as it sets its sights on an inflation rate of 2% this year.
How to reap the benefits of a shadow board
- 16 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
A turbulent business environment is galvanising support for the concept of the shadow board. A new ICAEW guide explains how they work, how your organisation might benefit and the main considerations for setting one up.
Step up on innovation, advisers are urged
- 15 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Summit organiser says that a greater understanding of the innovation ecosystem is needed in order to help clients capitalise on economic opportunities.
Ethical AI use: the way forward
- 10 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Ahead of the launch of ICAEW’s AI and Ethics CPD module, a series of round tables have highlighted how effective mitigations are needed to ensure AI can be used appropriately and effectively.
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