Read articles and member experiences relating to practising certificates.

What constitutes engaging in public practice?

This is a common question to the ICAEW’s Regulatory Information helpline. As each situation is different there is no one size fits all answer. This article contains some pointers and examples to help you determine whether or not you need a practising certificate (PC) for the work you do.

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Complete this form if you wish to apply for dispensation from the requirements of ICAEW’s Professional Indemnity Insurance Regulations. You should use this form to apply for dispensation if your primary regulator is another Crown Dependency based regulator.