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Digital platforms are continuing to transform insurance. How will insurance intermediaries gain assurance that new digital processes are working well?

Regardless of size, all companies must have a wind-down plan. Paul Goldwin explains how they can. The FCA published it’s ‘Wind-down Planning Guide’ in April 2021 following it’s engagement with the market through it’s COVID-19 Impact Surveys and their concerns about the overall financial resilience of the insurance intermediary market.  The regulator recognises that firms…

Whether large or small, your company will now need to take extra care on cross-border dealings.

The general insurance markets for household and motor insurance aren’t working well for consumers, with many loyal customers not receiving good value.

Post-pandemic, the workforce is likely to return to higher levels of travel. Many employers overlook the importance of travel monitoring. We explain why it matters.

HMRC defines associated persons as employees, agents or any other person who performs services for and on behalf of the broker and can be either an individual or incorporated body.

Investors’ already strong appetite reinforced by Aston lark deal

PKF Partner Paul Goldwin analyses and explains the rules.

It’s almost time for the office Christmas do and so it is worth being well versed in the tax implications of the choices you make.

Setting up a share scheme can be an excellent idea for a young business. But what do you do once you have one? We discuss the next steps. If you’re a growing business looking to hang onto employees who are helping you become the next big thing, it’s likely that you already have, or have…

HMRC has reminded us that the use of umbrella employment companies for tax avoidance in relation to temporary workers may constitute a corporate criminal offence. Here is the wider picture. The Government’s approach to combatting corruption, money laundering and tax evasion was given a boost by the Criminal Finance Act 2017, which introduced two corporate…

What you need to know The need for transparency and accountability has led to new compliance and notification measures for large companies and groups. Mimi Chan summarises the key areas and upcoming proposals.  UK-specific measures:  Senior Accounting Officer regulations  Affected businesses may need to appoint a Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) who is ultimately responsible for creating…