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The latest knowledge, ideas
and experiences driving our work
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Are you prepared for an investigation by HMRC after Budget Day?
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With more HMRC officers being trained to look at the tax affairs of individuals and businesses, and given HMRC’s extensive information powers, it is more important than ever that taxpayers are supported through HMRC enquiries.
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Broking Breakfast: UK GAAP and CASS 5 updates
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In this webinar, our experts shared insights on the latest UK GAAP changes and their impact on insurance intermediaries, along with updates from the FCA on CASS 5.
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Planning for the Budget: What to do
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When Labour came to power in 1997, it was to the booming sound of D:Ream. Things can only get better. Now, Keir Starmer and the Labour leadership repeat at every opportunity that “things will get worse before they get better,” and those with the “broadest shoulders” will have to bear the brunt of the tax…
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Enhanced supervision planned for Payment Services and e-money firms
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We review the long-anticipated publication of the FCA’s proposed changes to the safeguarding rules for payment services and e-money firms.
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Commercial property groups: the current impact of transfer pricing
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When the economy is unfavourable, it’s time to review your intra-group debt financing. We explain all you need to know.
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Chip off the old VAT block: understanding the zero VAT rate for construction
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Businesses in residential construction often assume their supplies are mostly subject to the 0% VAT rate. This article highlights the key points.
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CASS 6 and 7 Update: Common breaches and areas of regulator focus – Summer 2024
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If your firm is preparing for a CASS 6 and 7 audit, our regular conversations with the FCA may provide some crucial guidance. We explore four common breaches and areas of regulator focus, and set out key takeaways and recommendations.
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Family Office Interview – a conversation with Ken McCracken
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As part of our Family Office Interview Series, we hear from Ken McCracken who has been a family business consultant for over 20 years.
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Broking Business – Summer 2024
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Welcome to the latest edition of Broking Business – Summer 2024
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Reporting measures for digital platforms
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A new reporting requirement has been introduced for UK digital platforms. Discover more.
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UK GAAP: the latest updates for Brokers
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The FRC published periodic changes to FRS 102 in March. So, what do these changes mean for you?
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An insight into the accounting challenges broking consolidators face
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Acquiring another broking business has accounting consequences. We provide an insight to help guide you through the complexities.
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Non-statutory trust letters: don’t get caught out
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The FCA is hot on the heels of firms that try to set up or run non-statutory trust (NST) client money accounts without the required auditor sign-off.
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Exemption from audit by parent guarantee: it could be right for you
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Take up of the parent guarantee to bypass audits is relatively uncommon among insurance intermediaries. But take a closer look.
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Spotlight: Deals in focus – Summer 2024
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Welcome to our inaugural edition of Spotlight – Deals in focus.
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Viewpoint
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Read our analysis of the UK’s listed markets for H1 2024, as we explore current market trends and what we expect from the future market’s position as we continue into H2 2024.
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AIM – Hitting the sweet spot for European Green Transition plc
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European Green Transition plc were one of few companies to float on AIM this year. Aiden Lavelle, CEO and Jack Kelly, CFO explain the reasons for their bold decision and why AIM hits the sweet spot for them.
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New government update: Change to the non-dom regime
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With the Labour Party winning the 2024 general election in July, the new government is making changes to some key areas of the proposed policies previously announced.
