Overburdened and burnt out, finance teams call out for automation
A new study suggests that 71% of UK-based finance professionals are reportedly experiencing burnout, with 72% planning to leave the…
26 Jul 2024
FRC launches market study on NHS audit market
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has announced the launch of a comprehensive market study into the audit market for NHS providers and Integrated Care Boards (ICBs). This initiative is in…
25 Jul 2024
Accountants identify why clients are struggling to pay their tax bills
In a new study from Premium Credit, a leading provider of finance for companies and business owners' tax bills, 54% of accountants and financial advisers cite the cost of living crisis…
25 Jul 2024
CIPFA study identifies solutions to England’s crumbling social care sector
The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) has launched a new report titled 'Managing Rising Demand in Adult and Children’s Social Care' based on case studies of best…
25 Jul 2024
FRC publishes latest Annual Enforcement Review
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has published its sixth Annual Enforcement Review which provides a summary of FRC enforcement activity for the year ending 31 March 2024. This year’s review explains…
24 Jul 2024
Sage: Accountant AI trailblazers to boost UK economy by £2bn
A study by Sage, together with Demos, reveals that the accounting industry is on the brink of significant transformation as widespread AI adoption in UK accounting practices could add £2bn…
24 Jul 2024
FCA confirms plan to protect access to cash for consumers and small businesses
Banks and building societies will need to weigh up if local communities lack access to cash services, like branches and ATMs, and plug significant gaps, under new rules announced by…