Ethics
Our coverage on Ethics explores the principles, standards, and regulatory expectations guiding professional conduct in the UK accountancy sector. Accountancy Today reports on updates to ethical frameworks from bodies such as the ICAEW, FRC, and IESBA, including guidance on independence, conflicts of interest, non-assurance services, and whistleblowing. We also cover high-profile breaches, disciplinary outcomes, and best practice in ethical decision-making. This coverage equips accountants, partners, and firm leaders with the insight needed to uphold integrity, build trust, and navigate complex ethical situations with confidence.
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Jun- 2025 -27 JuneAccounting Standards
ACCA announces redesigned accountancy qualification
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has announced a redesign of its flagship qualification, in a move it says reflects the evolving role of the accountancy profession. The new version of the ACCA Qualification, set to launch from mid-2027, aims to equip students with skills in sustainability, ethics and…
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4 JunePeople Moves
Duncan & Toplis director appointed chair of ICAEW ethics committee
A director at Duncan and Toplis has been appointed chair of the ICAEW Ethics Advisory Committee (EAC). Stuart Brown joined the EAC in 2021 and became vice-chair in 2024. He will now serve as chair for two years until June 2027. The EAC is responsible for overseeing ICAEW’s role in…
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Apr- 2025 -30 AprilAccounting Firms
94% of CAs believe spotting ethical failing is part of role, ICAS finds
Some 94% of chartered accountants believe calling out ethical failings is part of their role, according to findings from ICAS’ new ethical leadership insights series. It comes as the profession has an increasingly critical role to play in setting the standard for ethical behaviour in business. The institute conducted interviews…
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10 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 10/04/2025
Moore Global has named Nick Ong-Seng as chair of its ethics committee, marking his role as the first non-executive director to also serve on its Global Quality and Standards Board. Ong-Seng, currently global head of governance at Amazon, brings extensive financial leadership experience, including senior roles at Bear Stearns, J.P.…
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10 AprilPeople Moves
Moore Global appoints new ethics chair
Moore Global has announced the appointment of Nick Ong-Seng as the new chair of its ethics committee. Ong-Seng is the first non-executive director of Moore Global who also serves as a member of the network’s Global Quality and Standards Board. He is currently global head of governance, risk and assurance…
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Mar- 2025 -3 MarchNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 3/3/2025
Kreston Global achieved its highest-ever combined revenue of $3.12bn (£2.47bn) for the year ending October 2024, driven by significant expansion across four continents. Seven new firms joined the network, including Revicom (Italy), Kreston Thailand, and Kreston Eastern Caribbean. Audit and assurance services saw the most growth at 24%, while tax…
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3 MarchAccounting Standards
ICAS unveils Ministry of Defence qualification partnership
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) has launched a new qualification in partnership with the Ministry of Defence (MOD), which promises to open doors to a range of business roles following military personnel’s time in service. It comes as the MOD has officially approved ICAS as a learning…
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Feb- 2025 -28 FebruaryBig Four
PCAOB imposes $2.75m fine on PwC Israel for exam misconduct
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) has imposed a $2.75m (£2.18m) fine on PwC Israel for violating its quality control standards, having engaged in training exam misconduct. According to the US industry watchdog, the firm failed to detect or prevent improper answer sharing on tests for mandatory internal training…
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25 FebruaryAccounting Standards
Financial leaders AI plans ‘mismatched’, Forvis Mazars says
Confidence among UK financial services business leaders’ readiness for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and their actual plans for effective implementation is mismatched, according to a new report by Forvis Mazars. Forvis Mazars’ survey of over 50 UK financial services C-suite executives from businesses with a turnover of at least £500m found…
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12 FebruaryAccounting Firms
BDO partners with Navex to improve GRC services
BDO and Navex, an integrated risk and compliance management software, have announced a strategic partnership to enhance compliance reporting and mitigating compliance. This alliance harmonises Navex’s holistic governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) platform, Navex One, and BDO’s dedication to seamless client services to help solve compliance and reporting challenges, standardise…
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