In this episode, join host Helen Knight as she delves into the results of the recent UK election. Helen breaks down the key outcomes, significant shifts in voter sentiment, and the impact on the political landscape. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

In this episode, Louise Connor highlights the evolution of workplace wellbeing, defines its key components, and provides practical strategies for managing pressure and stress. Discover insights on fostering a supportive work culture and maintaining a healthy, productive environment. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.merc…

In this episode, Pat Nown discusses hot topics in the world of tax, including HICBC, FHL, and Year-End Benefit Reminders. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Pat Nown

In this episode, Mark Morton discusses pension contributions and auto enrolment. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton

James Hurst explores recent VAT tribunal cases concerning the VAT treatment of food products and considers whether the law could be changed to reduce uncertainty in this area. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut James Hurst

Helen Knight and James Hurst discuss the releases from Tax Administration and Maintenance Day on 18 April 2024 particularly the consultation launched around the VAT treatment of private hire vehicle fares. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

Lee Eagling, Jenny Faulkner, and Zain Talaat discuss the emergence of technology in the profession, and how technology can benefit firms of all sizes. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Lee Eagling, Jenny Faulkner, and Zain Talaat

Lee Eagling and Gavin Leake discuss the importance of ethics in the accountancy profession and the issues and dilemmas those in the profession may face. CLICK HERE for our upcoming Ethics course. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Gavin Leake and Lee Eagling

Join Mark Morton for a brief yet crucial update as he reveals HMRC's latest decision to halt the closure of its phone lines. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mercia Group

In this episode, Mark Morton discusses how the HMRC is encouraging customers to interact online with changes to its Self-Assessment, PAYE and VAT services. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mercia Group

In this episode, Louise Conner talks about her own experience using emotional intelligence (EQ) to navigate emotions. She also shares practical tips on developing your EQ, helping you understand and manage your own feelings as well as those of others. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details…

In this episode, Pat Nown and Mark Morton unpack the key Spring Budget announcements. Gain valuable insights as they analyse fiscal developments and discuss the budget's impact on various sectors. Whether you're a finance enthusiast or seeking a concise overview, this conversation goes beyond the headlines, offering a quick yet comprehensive unders…

In this short episode join Mark Morton as he reflects on the Spring Budget announcement delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt today (6 March). Don't forget to register for Mercia's Rapid Reaction Webinar on (7 March) and listen to Pat Nown review the announcements made and consider any immediate implications and actions for your clients. For more inf…

Considers the changes to the regime that the Government has implemented over the last 12 months and the changes yet to come. Presented by Mark Morton, our Technical Lecturer and Consultant, and Helen Knight, our Tax Senior Manager. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

Happy New Year! In this episode Norman Allison looks at the IR35 opportunity to pause settlement, digital signatures, S455 L2P forms, CGT property returns, IR35 guidelines for compliance and BACS notifications. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

Lee Eagling is joined by Jenny Faulkner to discuss the themes highlighted by Mercia’s internal file review quality review checks and compare these to recent audit monitoring findings issues by the QAD. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

Mark Morton's initial reaction to the Autumn Statement 2023. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton, Technical Lecturer & Consultant

Lee Eagling discusses recent audit sanctions and how findings from these cases link to audit quality issues we find in our file reviews. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Lee Eagling, A&A and Compliance Senior Manager

Mark Morton takes a look at the approach which the Tribunal is taking on domicile in recent cases. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton, Technical Lecturer & Consultant

Liaqat Mir provides an overview of changes made in the revised ISA 505. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Liaqat Mir, Technical Lecturer & Consultant at Mercia Group

Helen Knight discusses the differences between Freeports and Investment zones. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Helen Knight, Tax Content Writer and Presenter

Lee Eagling runs through the updates proposed by the FRC to the Ethical Standard for auditors. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Lee Eagling, A&A and Compliance Senior Manager

Mark Morton and Norman Allison discuss the SDLT mixed-use, the death of MTD, HMRC service levels and the IR35 update. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton and Norman Allison

Liaqat Mir, Mercia's Technical Lecturer & Consultant takes a look at some of the issues around the LGPS surplus assets for the first time. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Liaqat Mir, Technical Lecturer & Consultant at Mercia Group

In this episode, Pat Nown discusses recent topical tax issues which include, the extraction of profits 2023/24, pensions tax relief and much more. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Pat Nown, Technical Lecturer & Consultant

In this episode, Lee Eagling summarises the issues we frequently see in audit reports. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Lee Eagling, A&A and Compliance Senior Manager

Helen Knight takes a look at some of the issues around the reintroduction of the associated company rules and the potential impact. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Helen M. Knight

FRC’s Thematic Review of Fair Values For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mercia Group

In today's fast-paced business environment, clients demand more than just expertise from their advisers. Louise Conner provides an overview of the results on the role of an accountant changing and how it's crucial for professionals to keep up with the changes to stay competitive. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-…

In this episode, Norman Alison discusses who will oversee the Economic Crime Levy and what clients will it affect. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Norman Allison, Technical Lecturer & Consultant

Our personalities shape who we are and how we interact with the world around us. Speaker Louise Conner provides an overview of the different personality types and provides guidance on how to work with different personality types in the latest blog. Our personalities shape who we are and how we interact with the world around us. Speaker Louise Conne…

The world of accounting is no stranger to demanding workloads, high pressure, and unexpected setbacks. Speaker Louise Conner provides listeners with an overview of what resilience is and ways to learn this important skill. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

Liaqat Mir looks at an overview of the changes to ICAEW’s CPD requirements applicable from 01 November 2023. Liaqat Mir is a technical lecturer and consultant at Mercia Group. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Liaqat Mir, Technical Lecturer & Consultant at Mercia Group

Mercia speaker, Louise Conner provides an overview of what it means to have imposter syndrome as an accountant. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Louise Conner, Mercia Group

Helen M. Knight takes a look at some of the consultations released on Tax Administration and Maintenance Day on 27 April 2023. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Helen M. Knight

Phil Frost looks at topical issues affecting deferred tax. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Phil Frost

Helen M. Knight talks about an overview of changes to the R&D tax relief schemes from April 2023. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Helen M. Knight

In this episode, Liaqat Mir will be discussing the changes and updates made to the International Standard on Auditing (ISA) 600, "Special Considerations – Audits of Group Financial Statements (Including the Work of Component Auditors). For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

In this episode, Norman Allison analyses the highly anticipated 2023 Spring Budget, which was recently released by the government on Wednesday 15 March. The budget includes announcements on a range of issues, including tax changes, public spending, and economic growth projections. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia…

In this short episode join Mark Morton as he reflects on Spring Budget announcement delivered by The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt today (15 March). We delve into the latest back-to-work plan, which includes some significant changes to the pension system, childcare support, and adjustments to universal credit. We'll also be discussing the recent updates o…

Lee Eagling runs through the proposed amendments to UK GAAP set out in FRED 82. Read our Blog: https://www.mercia-group.com/mercia-news-and-blog/fred-82-frs-102/ For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Lee Eagling

In our latest episode, Mark Morton covers the potential topics that will be covered in the 2023 Spring Budget. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton

In this short episode, Mark Morton discusses the variety of training we offer. Whether you prefer face-to-face events or learning in the comfort of your own home, Mercia have you covered. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton

A look at issues in the world of NIC and their effect on the state pension with Mark Morton. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton

A look at the changes to Corporation Tax from April 2023 with Mark Morton, a technical lecturer and consultant for Mercia Group. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton

Phil Frost summarises the Financial Reporting Council’s Annual Review of Corporate Reporting focusing on the top ten problem areas in financial statements. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Phil Frost

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s first Autumn Statement has grabbed the headlines by pushing up the UK’s tax burden. Listen to Mercia’s Autumn Statement podcast, where our expert Pat Nown discusses the key highlights from the Chancellor’s statement. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

In our latest episode, Mark Morton discusses the potential topics that will be covered in the upcoming Autumn Statement. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut Mark Morton

Liaqat Mir summarises the key changes from the updated Anti-Money Laundering and counterterrorist financing Guidance for the Accounting Sector (AMLGAS) was issued by the CCAB (Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies) on 17 May 2022. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…

David Norris summarises the key points from the QAD reports on the 2021/22 Practice Assurance and Anti-Money Laundering visits. Compliance Update Conference and Practice Assurance Regulatory Feedback For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.Kirjoittanut David Norris