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SMES: mind the productivity gap
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- 27 Jun 2024
The UK small business productivity gap is narrowing as the best-performing regions dip and typically poor-performing regions step up. We ask: what’s the task at hand for the next government?
Technical round-up: June 2024
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- 26 Jun 2024
This month’s top stories include an explainer on the basis period reform, a summary of the key tax policies from the main parties’ general election 2024 manifestos; and HMRC reminds taxpayers about roll-over relief claims.
New government to inherit tough public finances as debt hits £2.7tn
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- 24 Jun 2024
Public sector net debt increased by £49bn in May from £2,694bn to £2,743bn, 51% higher than it was in March 2020 at the start of the pandemic.
Chart of the week: General election 2024
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- 21 Jun 2024
This week’s chart is on manifesto costings, illustrating the scale of each party’s promises and how they expect to fund them.
Election explainers: what is the public balance sheet?
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- 20 Jun 2024
In the run up to the general election politicians and journalists will often talk about the 'public balance sheet', but what is it and what does it mean for people and businesses? ICAEW experts offer this simple guide on the public balance sheet – the government’s assets and liabilities – why they matter and the future outlook.
More retailers issue profit warnings
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- 19 Jun 2024
Sector stress and insolvency is rising, especially in mid-market retail. Pressure on earnings in luxury and semi-durable goods is increasing as disposable income becomes strained, but there is hope on the horizon.
Election explainers: what are interest rates?
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- 18 Jun 2024
Interest rates are often discussed in the media and political debates. But how are they calculated and how do they affect people and businesses? ICAEW experts offer this simple guide on interest rates, the future outlook and the challenges in managing them.
How to secure funds for sustainability projects
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- 18 Jun 2024
South Gloucestershire Council shares how local knowledge and creative thinking will help you put together a killer bid for ESG grants and why sustainability and financial benefits don’t need to be mutually exclusive.
Election explainers: what is the deficit?
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- 17 Jun 2024
Journalists and politicians often talk about 'the deficit', but what is it? ICAEW experts describe what this public finance shortfall is and what it means for businesses and people.
Think big on election promises, urges think tank
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- 17 Jun 2024
Big rows over small pledges risk missing wider uncertainties – including a potential £12bn black hole in public finances, Resolution Foundation warns.
Chart of the week: Labour market
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- 14 Jun 2024
Our chart this week is on the labour market, breaking down the employment status of the 55.1 million adults aged 16 or over in the UK.
Social Mobility Day puts spotlight on Access Accountancy
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- 13 Jun 2024
Greater support for charity will enable the profession to be fully open to people from lower socio-economic backgrounds, says ICAEW Chief Operating Officer Sharron Gunn.
Chart of the week: Banknotes
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- 07 Jun 2024
Our chart this week celebrates the launch of King Charles III banknotes by looking at the number and value of Bank of England banknotes in circulation, highlighting the continued popularity of the £20 note.
Share your ideas on boosting use of local government accounts
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- 05 Jun 2024
ICAEW and CIPFA are calling for papers describing ways in which local government accounts can be better used to improve accountability and effectiveness.
Mark Rhys celebrates tenure as ICAEW President
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- 05 Jun 2024
As Mark Rhys’s tenure as President draws to a close, his year in office has been marked by significant achievements and concludes with a clear vision for the future. The profession must continue evolving to remain relevant and trusted, Rhys says.
Economic update: short-term gain masks underlying pain
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- 03 Jun 2024
Significant challenges remain despite the UK’s exit from recession. Ahead of next month’s general election, ICAEW’s Economies Director Suren Thiru discusses the key points to watch.
Chart of the week: Schools out
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- 31 May 2024
Our chart looks at the projected state school population in England over the next six years, with an anticipated 10% fall in state nursery and primary school pupils implying school closures and mergers are on the way.
Influencing policy to support you: May 2024
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- 31 May 2024
ICAEW has been meeting with MPs to discuss economic growth and the opportunities offered by technology, as well as giving evidence to parliament on audit reform and the effectiveness of sanctions on Russia.
ICAEW Member Insights: May 2024
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- 29 May 2024
A recent ICAEW economic summit provided an opportunity to delve into some of the more pressing challenges and opportunities identified by ICAEW members.
Technical round-up: May 2024
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- 29 May 2024
This month’s top stories include a HMRC warning about VAT bank details fraud; an NAO report showing taxpayers have been let down by poor HMRC service; and HMRC rejecting the ‘brightline’ test for furnished holiday lets.
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