Accountancy Insights

Nov 01 2024 94 ep. 28 mins 51

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In this podcast series from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), a panel of guests dissect the latest headlines and provide expert analysis on the top stories from across the world of business, finance and accountancy

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Accountancy Insights: Budget 2024 - a gamble on growth

Nov 01 2024 30 mins

In this special episode of Accountancy Insights, we discuss whether the Autumn Budget will provide a much-needed shot in the arm for business confidence and investment activity. Philippa Lamb is joined by Iain Wright, Managing Director, Reputation and Influence, ICAEW; Frances Haque, Chief Economist, Santander UK; and David Williamson, Political Editor, Sunday Express. LinksICAEW:

Behind the Numbers: Guarding against the AI cyber crimewave

Oct 18 2024 36 mins

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss how the use of new technologies by criminals is putting businesses at risk. A recent Europe-wide report found that 40% of chief internal auditors cited artificial intelligence as a top five business-critical risk. So, how can professionals protect themselves and their employers? And what can SMEs with tighter budgets do to combat th

Group audit and the forthcoming AI Bill

Oct 07 2024 16 mins

In this episode, we recap revisions to ISA 600 on group audit, and we discuss the likely contents of the AI Bill that is expected to be brought to Parliament before the end of the year. Philippa Lamb is joined by Catherine Hardinge, Partner at Price Bailey; and Oliver Nelson-Smith, Tech Policy Manager at ICAEW. Time codes00:30 Group audit06:18 AI Bill LinksICAEW: Reminders on group

Behind the numbers: why are we taxing tourists?

Sep 25 2024 31 mins

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss the introduction of tourism taxes in the UK. During 2024, such taxes have been introduced in Manchester, Poole, Bournemouth and Brighton. Now, Edinburgh City Council has put forward draft proposals for a visitor levy scheme, which would charge visitors 5% of their accommodation costs per night for up to a week. But how useful are to

Accountancy Insights: Taxing cryptoassets and reporting suspicions of fraud

Sep 09 2024 19 mins

In this episode, we discuss the available guidance on, and the application of general principles to, the taxation of cryptoassets; as well as how auditors should be acting on their obligation to report suspicions of fraud to the regulator. Philippa Lamb is joined by Richard Jones, Senior Technical Manager in Tax Policy at ICAEW; Dion Seymour, Crypto and Digital Assets Technical Dir

Behind the Numbers: How to stop accountancy’s brain drain

Aug 23 2024 30 mins

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss ways to improve recruitment and retention in accountancy.While the pipeline of new joiners remains healthy, holding onto qualified staff is proving challenging. New research by ICAEW on mid-tier firms demonstrates just how significant the issue is – with 70% of participants identifying talent as their most significant challenge. S

Accountancy Insights: Business confidence, local authority finance, probate delays, and tax reform

Aug 12 2024 40 mins

In this bumper episode, we discuss the latest findings of ICAEW’s Business Confidence Monitor and why three-quarters of councils in England are at least a year behind in publishing audited accounts. Plus, we hear an update on the probate service and explore ICAEW’s recommendations for the new government’s business tax road map. Philippa Lamb is joined by Iain Wright, Managing

Behind the Numbers: Why are female-led startups so underfunded?

Aug 02 2024 35 mins

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss gender inequality in investment.Women continue to be underrepresented in venture capital, particularly at senior levels. The scales are even less balanced for female founders, who received just 2% of venture capital funding in recent years. As the new government puts productivity and growth at the top of its national agenda, how do

Accountancy Insights: How to get Britain growing

Jul 12 2024 26 mins

One week on from the general election, this special episode of Accountancy Insights discusses the policies of the new UK government. The Labour Party has taken power with a sweeping victory not seen since 1997. Now, it faces the same challenge that successive governments have struggled to tackle: kickstarting the UK economy. With little room for manoeuvre in the public finances, ca

Behind the Numbers: Groupthink – the boardroom’s most pervasive problem?

Jun 27 2024 39 mins

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss strategies to prevent and tackle groupthink at board level. By suppressing debate and disrupting effective decision-making, groupthink poses a significant governance challenge for firms. Notably, the recent scandal over fee transparency at wealth manager St James’s Place – which has set aside £426m for client refunds – has be