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Furlough scheme extended until April 2021

The furlough scheme has been extended until the end of April 2021 with the government continuing to contribute 80% towards…

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AAT qualifications included in government skills programme

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) has announced that its qualifications have been included in a new list of almost…

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Mid-market business leaders unconcerned about Brexit, says Grant Thornton

Almost a third (31%) of UK mid-market business leaders do not expect Brexit to have any impact on their business…

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FCA slaps hedge fund CIO with £100k ‘market abuse’ fine

The FCA has fined Corrado Abbattista, formerly a portfolio manager, partner and chief investment officer at Fenician Capital Management LLP,…

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HMRC urged to extend 31 January tax return deadline 

HMRC must take “urgent action” and extend the deadline to submit self-assessment tax returns from 31 January 2021 by at…

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HMRC penalties rise after decline in compliance work

The value of penalties imposed by HMRC on tax payers per month is on the rise after sharply declining during…

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Parliamentary Committee criticises Bounce Back Loan Scheme 

Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee has published a “withering” report into the Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS), amid calls from AAT…

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Hentons unveils raft of appointments

Accountancy firm Hentons has confirmed a key senior appointment as well as three internal promotions following a 13% growth in…

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Wright Hassall names Kevin Hall partner

Wright Hassall has appointed Kevin Hall as a new partner, where he will help provide VAT advice to businesses and…

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FCA publishes consultation on prudential regime for investment firms

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published its first consultation report on its proposed rules to introduce the UK Investment…

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