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ICAEW produces two podcast series that count towards your CPD: Accountancy Insights and The Tax Track. Subscribe to Accountancy Insights for news from across the profession, and deep dives into major business issues through our Behind the Numbers series; and to The Tax Track for specialist analysis from the ICAEW Tax Faculty.

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ICAEW Insights

Groupthink: the boardroom’s most pervasive problem?

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss strategies to prevent and tackle groupthink at board level.
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Corporate reporting update and VAT on private hire vehicles

In this episode of Accountancy Insights, we discuss important developments in corporate reporting, including amendments to UK GAAP, new standards IFRS18 and IFRS19, and the timeline for implementing IFRS S1 and IFRS S2.
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Insights In Focus

AI in audit: the good, the bad and the ugly

In this Insights In Focus episode, we discuss the use of artificial intelligence in audit.
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Podcasts by topic

Audit and assurance

A busy new tax year, plus progress on the Economic Crime Act
  • 08 Apr 2024
In this episode, we discuss why the arrival of the 2024/25 tax year is particularly busy for accountants, and the main changes to be aware of from 6 April.
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ISQM, preparing and filing accounts, and public practice
  • 09 Feb 2024
In this episode, we discuss how firms can maintain momentum on the International Standard of Quality Management.
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Where next for audit and governance reform?
  • 01 Feb 2024
In this Insights In Focus episode, we discuss the future of audit and corporate governance reform.
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Can SMEs keep up with ESG?
  • 30 Jun 2023
In this Insights In Focus episode, we explore how the introduction of sustainability assurance, both voluntary and mandatory, is affecting firms of all sizes.
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What's the problem with local audit?
  • 31 Mar 2023
In this Insights In Focus episode, we discuss the effectiveness of local authority audit and assurance.
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Carillion five years on: can we regulate ‘good’ judgement?
  • 15 Feb 2023
On the latest ICAEW Insights podcast, we consider the future of audit – and the impact of the government’s proposed reforms on professionals in the sector.

Business

A busy new tax year, plus progress on the Economic Crime Act
  • 08 Apr 2024
In this episode, we discuss why the arrival of the 2024/25 tax year is particularly busy for accountants, and the main changes to be aware of from 6 April.
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New tax year, new developments in R&D
  • 04 Apr 2024
In this episode, we look at the implications behind the new tax measures introduced in the Spring Budget and delve into the new research and development tax reliefs that are coming into effect this month.
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ISQM, preparing and filing accounts, and public practice
  • 09 Feb 2024
In this episode, we discuss how firms can maintain momentum on the International Standard of Quality Management.
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How to build a workforce of the future
  • 27 Oct 2023
In this Insights In Focus episode, we explore strategies to expand and upskill Britain’s workforce.
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ISSB standards, E-Commerce Trade Commission, and CPD update
  • 11 Aug 2023
The ICAEW Insights podcast explores the month’s top stories in accountancy.
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Commercial property: economic bellwether or laggard?
  • 28 Jul 2023
In this Insights In Focus episode, we analyse the UK’s current economic turbulence through the lens of the commercial property sector.

Corporate governance

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Where next for audit and governance reform?
  • 01 Feb 2024
In this Insights In Focus episode, we discuss the future of audit and corporate governance reform.
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ChatGPT, corporation tax and FRED 82
  • 05 Apr 2023
On the latest ICAEW Insights podcast, we examine how recent developments are affecting the accountancy profession.
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How should a board approach exec pay?
  • 16 Feb 2023
In this special Insights In Focus episode, we discuss the thorny and often contentious topic of executive pay.
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How a board should balance major strategic issues with staff retention and wellbeing
  • 25 Nov 2022
In the second of two Insights In Focus special episodes an experienced panel discuss a dilemma facing a fictional UK-based food manufacturer.
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How a board should maintain the right culture during periods of fast growth
  • 21 Nov 2022
In the first of two Insights In Focus special episodes an experienced panel discuss a dilemma facing a fictional software company.
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Making sense of Russia, M&A and conflicts of interest
  • 12 Oct 2022
On the latest ICAEW Insights podcast, we explore how accountants can go about approaching some of the year’s most challenging professional issues.

Corporate reporting

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Corporate reporting update and VAT on private hire vehicles
  • 06 Jun 2024
In this episode of Accountancy Insights, we discuss important developments in corporate reporting, including amendments to UK GAAP, new standards IFRS18 and IFRS19, and the timeline for implementing IFRS S1 and IFRS S2.
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Company size thresholds and CGT on residences
  • 13 May 2024
In this episode of the ICAEW Insights podcast, we discuss upcoming changes to company size thresholds and what they mean for reporting requirements.
A busy new tax year, plus progress on the Economic Crime Act
  • 08 Apr 2024
In this episode, we discuss why the arrival of the 2024/25 tax year is particularly busy for accountants, and the main changes to be aware of from 6 April.
ep 68
ISQM, preparing and filing accounts, and public practice
  • 09 Feb 2024
In this episode, we discuss how firms can maintain momentum on the International Standard of Quality Management.
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ISSB standards, E-Commerce Trade Commission, and CPD update
  • 11 Aug 2023
The ICAEW Insights podcast explores the month’s top stories in accountancy.
ep 53
Can SMEs keep up with ESG?
  • 30 Jun 2023
In this Insights In Focus episode, we explore how the introduction of sustainability assurance, both voluntary and mandatory, is affecting firms of all sizes.

Ethics

A busy new tax year, plus progress on the Economic Crime Act
  • 08 Apr 2024
In this episode, we discuss why the arrival of the 2024/25 tax year is particularly busy for accountants, and the main changes to be aware of from 6 April.
ep 68
ISQM, preparing and filing accounts, and public practice
  • 09 Feb 2024
In this episode, we discuss how firms can maintain momentum on the International Standard of Quality Management.
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What’s in the Economic Crime Act 2023?
  • 04 Dec 2023
In this Insights In Focus episode, we explore the contents and implications of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.
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Cyber security, taxing green travel and public finances
  • 08 Jun 2023
On the latest ICAEW Insights podcast episode, we explore the month’s key developments in accountancy.
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What’s in the second Economic Crime Bill?
  • 07 Dec 2022
In this episode of the ICAEW Insights podcast, we look at the Economic Crime Bill currently passing through Parliament.
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Protecting SMEs against cyber criminals
  • 19 Oct 2022
In this Insights In Focus episode, we explore why SMEs are tempting targets for cyber criminals, and what can be done to protect smaller firms against attacks.

Sustainability

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COP28: making the business case for nature
  • 11 Dec 2023
In the second of two special episodes, live from COP28 in Dubai, our experts discuss capacity building within the finance profession and making the business case for a nature-positive transition.
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COP28: what does transition planning mean for accountants?
  • 06 Dec 2023
In the first of two special Insights In Focus episodes, guest host Mark Rowland shares news and views from COP28 in Dubai. This episode focuses on the importance of transition plans in achieving net zero.
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Can SMEs keep up with ESG?
  • 30 Jun 2023
In this Insights In Focus episode, we explore how the introduction of sustainability assurance, both voluntary and mandatory, is affecting firms of all sizes.
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What to expect from 2022 – part 1
  • 04 Jan 2022
Chief Executive Michael Izza looks at the biggest issues facing business and the wider economy, with help from experts from around the Institute.
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What next after COP26?
  • 29 Nov 2021
As the dust settles on the COP26 discussions in Glasgow, it’s time to assess and reflect on what was – and wasn’t – achieved.
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Prizing the public pound
  • 27 Oct 2021
With increasing pressure on public services and net-zero targets to be met, it’s critical that any public spending delivers value to the taxpayer. The Fabian Society outlines its vision in its recent pamphlet.

Tax

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Corporate reporting update and VAT on private hire vehicles
  • 06 Jun 2024
In this episode of Accountancy Insights, we discuss important developments in corporate reporting, including amendments to UK GAAP, new standards IFRS18 and IFRS19, and the timeline for implementing IFRS S1 and IFRS S2.
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Pros and cons of payrolling benefits
  • 30 May 2024
In this episode of The Tax Track, we discuss HMRC’s plans to mandate the payrolling of benefits in kind, and look at the implications of a recent tax case.
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Company size thresholds and CGT on residences
  • 13 May 2024
In this episode of the ICAEW Insights podcast, we discuss upcoming changes to company size thresholds and what they mean for reporting requirements.
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Associated companies: a family affair
  • 01 May 2024
What is an associated company and how can this affect business taxation? This episode of The Tax Track looks at how to spot an associated company and apply the rules, particularly in relation to corporation tax.
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Associated companies: a family affair
  • 29 Apr 2024
What is an associated company and how can this affect business taxation? This episode of The Tax Track looks at how to spot an associated company and apply the rules, particularly in relation to corporation tax.
A busy new tax year, plus progress on the Economic Crime Act
  • 08 Apr 2024
In this episode, we discuss why the arrival of the 2024/25 tax year is particularly busy for accountants, and the main changes to be aware of from 6 April.

Technology

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AI in audit: the good, the bad and the ugly
  • 30 May 2024
In this Insights In Focus episode, we discuss the use of artificial intelligence in audit.
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ICAEW/CIPFA dual membership, cyber security trends, and economic renewal
  • 03 Nov 2023
In this episode, we explain how ICAEW members can apply for dual membership with the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy, and much more.
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ISSB standards, E-Commerce Trade Commission, and CPD update
  • 11 Aug 2023
The ICAEW Insights podcast explores the month’s top stories in accountancy.
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Cyber security, taxing green travel and public finances
  • 08 Jun 2023
On the latest ICAEW Insights podcast episode, we explore the month’s key developments in accountancy.
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ChatGPT, corporation tax and FRED 82
  • 05 Apr 2023
On the latest ICAEW Insights podcast, we examine how recent developments are affecting the accountancy profession.
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Protecting SMEs against cyber criminals
  • 19 Oct 2022
In this Insights In Focus episode, we explore why SMEs are tempting targets for cyber criminals, and what can be done to protect smaller firms against attacks.

Accountancy Insights Podcast series

ICAEW produces two Accountancy Insights podcast series. Our Accountancy Insights podcasts provide succinct updates on the latest developments in accountancy, finance and business, while our Behind the Numbers podcasts provide a deep dive on a single hot topic.
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