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  1. Most VAT and PAYE payments to be made by direct debit

    · 2:50

    The government is seeking feedback from businesses and other stakeholders on its plans to require VAT and pay as you earn (PAYE) payments to be made by direct debit.

  2. Suren Thiru on how US-Iran peace deal could influence UK’s economic outlook

    · 6:09

    ICAEW’s Chief Economist Suren Thiru discusses what the US-Iran agreement could mean for the UK economy, including for energy costs, supply chains and interest rates.

  3. The AI cyber wars are hotting up

    · 7:30

    As thermometers hit new highs for June in the UK, the temperature has been rising in the ongoing battle between artificial intelligence and cyber security. Our monthly roundup explores the latest developments,…

  4. HMRC warns agents to review excepted estates

    · 3:34

    Agents are being encouraged to check that the criteria for excepted estates are met and to consider submitting an IHT 400 where there is doubt as to the valuation of assets and liabilities or the application of…

  5. AI agents behaving badly: real-world cautionary tales

    · 6:45

    AI agents don’t always stick to the script. These examples demonstrate the risks of not setting proper, tailored guardrails.

  6. Significant changes announced at Tax Update 2026

    · 9:19

    The government launched a raft of consultations on 23 June 2026, including proposals to allow HMRC to recover low value tax debts by deducting instalment payments directly from the taxpayer’s bank account.

  7. Ten redundancy pitfalls and how to avoid them

    · 11 min

    For those running businesses, redundancies can be inescapable and it is essential to follow a fair and structured process. Experts outline some of the key risks facing employers and the impacts of the Employment Rights…

  8. HMRC clarifies formal and informal reporting for estates

    · 4:09

    HMRC has reminded agents of the correct approach when reporting the income received and gains realised during the administration period of a deceased’s estate.

  9. The audit report is changing: why should you care?

    · 4:54

    Ahead of the revised auditor reporting standards, ICAEW’s Auditor Reporting Lab is helping stakeholders make sense of the audit report, how it's evolved and where it's going. Here's why it matters.

  10. ICAEW calls for stability following PM resignation

    · 2:06

    The next Prime Minister needs to set out a clear route for business growth, says ICAEW’s Chief Executive, Alan Vallance.

  11. Iran deal: how long until supply chains recover?

    · 7:14

    The Memorandum of Understanding between the US and Iran may bring the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to an end, but recovery for supply chains will be slow. Here’s what it means for accountants.

  12. HMRC contacts final group of taxpayers within MTD income tax

    · 3:51

    Mandation letters will be sent to taxpayers who filed their 2024/25 self assessment tax return after the 31 January 2026 deadline or amended their return, taking their qualifying income above £50,000.

  13. Three things that may surprise you about the summer holiday VAT cut

    · 5:57

    As businesses struggle to get to grips with the temporary reduced rate of VAT applying over the summer holidays, ICAEW’s Tax Faculty highlights three areas which could cause confusion for restaurants, venues and…

  14. Tax changes proposed for UK-resident members of overseas entities

    · 4:05

    The government is seeking views on proposed changes aimed at reducing the high effective tax rate suffered by UK-resident members of reverse hybrid entities, including the United States (US) limited liability company…

  15. How to deal with furnished holiday lets in 2025/26 tax return

    · 5:00

    Following the abolition of special tax treatment for furnished holiday lets (FHL) with effect from 5 April 2025, ICAEW’s Tax Faculty explains what you need to keep in mind when preparing the self assessment tax return…

  16. Plans for mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind revised

    · 7:17

    Only company car, van, fuel and medical benefits in kind (BIK) will be subject to mandatory payrolling from April 2027, with most other benefits not coming within scope until April 2028.

  17. When is CEO pay a problem?

    · 35 min

    Last year CEO pay rose 20 times faster than workers’ pay, according to new research from Oxfam and the International Trade Union Confederation. At the most extreme end of that pay scale, investors approved an executive…

  18. ICAEW warns against new requirements for close companies

    · 2:48

    The government’s proposals for close companies to report transactions with participators to HMRC will increase the administrative burden on compliant businesses while doing little to close the tax gap, says ICAEW.

  19. Why is Scope 3 so complicated for financial services?

    · 7:21

    Scope 3 emissions can be very difficult for financial services firms to calculate, given they supply services to businesses across all sizes and sectors. ICAEW has published a series of case studies to help.

  20. ICAEW joins taskforce to cut red tape for small businesses

    · 3:58

    ICAEW is urging members to share their experiences of the regulatory burdens facing small and medium-sized businesses in the UK, as it works with government to improve legislation and support growth.

  21. Why boards need to reframe risk

    · 6:25

    Do boards need to shelve box ticking in favour of boosting profits? ICAEW’s inaugural Boardroom Debate will explore this topical issue.

  22. AI: are junior accountants worried about roles?

    · 6:26

    With increased automation enabled by AI, there’s growing uncertainty around what accountancy and audit work, career trajectories and job security will look like in the future. Junior accountants share their views on…

  23. Companies House: accounts changes confirmed for April 2028

    · 4:37

    Small companies and micro entities will have to file a profit and loss account with Companies House from April 2028 but won’t be forced to publish their data publicly. Meanwhile all companies will have to file their…

  24. How to prepare for a VAT enquiry

    · 22 min

    HMRC is stepping up its compliance activities when it comes to VAT. In this episode, we explain what businesses can do to prepare for a VAT enquiry and we explore how HMRC and the government could better support…

  25. ICAEW works with government on AI Skills Boost

    · 5:05

    The government’s AI Skills Boost initiative, which announced its next phase during London Tech Week, aims to upskill the UK’s workers.

  26. Economic crime: red flags accountants should look out for

    · 9:30

    Chartered accountants occupy a unique position in the fight against economic crime. Here we outline eight potential indicators of wrongdoing that might warrant further questions.

  27. Government must do more to address tax uncertainty

    · 4:25

    In its response to the government’s consultation on expanding the uncertain tax treatment (UTT) regime, ICAEW has called on the government to consider what it can do to address complexity and help taxpayers to meet…

  28. HMRC sets timetable for agent multi factor authentication rollout

    · 4:22

    HMRC will activate multi factor authentication (MFA) on agents’ accounts between 28 September and 15 October 2026, unless the agent opts for one of two earlier dates by completing an online form.

  29. How to identify AI errors in financial models

    · 5:54

    While artificial intelligence (AI) can now help build financial models much more effectively than it could even a year ago, it still needs close human review.

  30. Ten ways to nurture an inclusive workspace

    · 8:56

    With Pride month upon us, organisations have a valuable opportunity to celebrate inclusion, but also to reflect on how they can become truly supportive environments for LGBTQ+ individuals. Experts share practical steps…

  31. New President Caroline Smale: ‘I’m determined to make a difference’

    · 6:32

    New President Caroline Smale: ‘I’m determined to make a difference’ by ICAEW

  32. HMRC publishes detailed guidance on mandatory tax adviser registration

    · 4:21

    The mandatory tax adviser registration manual explains some aspects of the rules and confirms the transitional arrangements applying in some circumstances. However, further explanation is to be added and not all areas…

  33. Where carve-outs can go wrong

    · 8:42

    Carve-outs are an important part of the global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market, but they can often be complicated to complete. Here are some of the core considerations when pursuing a successful carve-out.

  34. Tax news highlights from May 2026

    · 7:04

    ICAEW’s Tax Faculty provides a summary of some of the key developments in tax in May 2026 and explains where you can find further information.

  35. Government’s AI chatbot now available for tax queries

    · 4:12

    Users of the GOV.UK app can use a new AI tool, GOV.UK Chat, to answer questions on a range of areas, including tax. As for all AI tools, responses should be treated with caution.

  36. MTD income tax and claims for averaging relief

    · 2:57

    In a change to HMRC’s guidance, not all taxpayers who claimed averaging relief in their 2024/25 self assessment (SA) tax return are automatically exempt from Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax for 2026/27.

  37. Understanding tokenisation plans; rethinking the audit report

    · 24 min

    The government has plans to tokenise financial markets. What exactly is tokenisation? What might it look like in practice and what are the big questions about it that still need answering? Polly Tsang, ICAEW’s Senior…

  38. Consider treating stablecoins as money for tax purposes, says ICAEW

    · 2:46

    ICAEW has expressed broad support for taxing returns on stablecoins as interest, and not as capital gains, in its response to the government’s call for evidence on the possible introduction of a new stablecoin tax…

  39. More time needed to standardise company tax returns, says ICAEW

    · 3:13

    ICAEW has made a number of recommendations in its response to HMRC’s consultation on modernising and standardising company tax returns, including extending the pilot phase to allow agents and companies more time to…

  40. How the audit report is evolving

    · 5:55

    ICAEW’s Auditor Reporting Lab is exploring how audit reports can be – and are becoming – more informative and easier to digest, with a focus on improving clarity and user-friendliness while maintaining compliance with…

  41. What volunteering means for these award-winning accountants

    · 8:01

    In celebration of Volunteers-Week 2026, the four winners of this year’s ICAEW’s Volunteering Award share how volunteering became an integral part of their personal and professional growth.

  42. How finance leaders can drive growth with AI

    · 7:15

    An ambitious health startup launched in partnership with David Beckham, supplements brand IM8 is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to achieve dynamic growth. ICAEW Insights talks to CFO Stephen Lo about…

  43. Suren Thiru on why 2026’s strong start is unlikely to last

    · 7:11

    Storm clouds are gathering over the UK economy despite better-than-expected inflation and GDP growth figures. ICAEW’s Chief Economist Suren Thiru discusses the implications, what you need to know about current economic…

  44. Phishing most prevalent cyber attack, confirms UK survey

    · 8:09

    In May, government research confirmed prevalence of cyber attacks on UK businesses, as well as their level of preparedness. Meanwhile, various national bodies and regulators have jointly published advice and guidance…

  45. Foreign branch exemption regime to be made mandatory

    · 2:54

    The government is taking action to prevent UK-resident companies with foreign permanent establishments (PE) from offsetting losses made by the PE against profits subject to UK corporation tax (CT).

  46. What 'know your customer' best practice should look like for accountants in 2026

    · 7:38

    Major consultancies and finance firms cite 'perpetual Know Your Customer (pKYC)' as the future of customer authentication, but ICAEW’s Head of AML, Michelle Giddings, says it may not translate to accountancy.

  47. VAT rate reduced for families over the summer holidays

    · 6:02

    The rate of VAT on children’s meals and certain activities and attractions will be reduced from 20% to 5% between the 25th of June and the 1st of September 2026. Although this may be welcomed by families, it could pose…

  48. New targeted advance assurance service for R&D launched

    · 4:46

    New targeted advance assurance service for R&D launched by ICAEW

  49. Approved mileage rate increased for first time in 15 years

    · 4:06

    The headline authorised mileage rate for approved mileage allowance payments (AMAPs) has increased to 55p per business mile from the 6th of April 2026. This is part of a government package of measures intended to…

  50. HMRC warns taxpayers against using Bills of Exchange

    · 2:04

    HMRC does not accept Bills of Exchange as payment of tax liabilities. Taxpayers who enter into arrangements that attempt to use Bills of Exchange in this way could face additional interest and penalties.

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