Latest Accountancy News and Updates
28 May 2026
Structures and Buildings Allowance: Don’t make this mistake
This article reveals common pitfalls, costly consequences, and how to avoid them.
29 Apr 2026
Trust, Tax and Taming AI: Accountex London 2026 Seminar Programme Revealed
Accountex London and the first-ever co-located FD Show are taking place at Excel on the 13-14 May 2026
30 Apr 2026
Building wealth in 2026
In this article, Continuum highlight the ‘Value of Advice’ and how Continuum can help.
26 Mar 2026
The Five Cyber-Security Controls Every Accounting Firm Needs
Accounting firms are high-value targets for cybercriminals – but most attacks are opportunistic and preventable. This guide covers the five security controls that actually reduce your risk: Multi-factor authentication, email filtering, tested backups, access controls, and staff training.
19 Mar 2026
FRS 102 - Summary of the Key Changes
The new FRS 102 will impact on accounts for periods commencing on or after 1 January 2026 and so now is a good time to ensure you and your team are trained on the changes to discuss these with clients.
24 Feb 2026
What Is Mandatory Agent Registration?
Mandatory agent registration starts May 2026. Learn who must register, what HMRC will check, and how accountants can prepare early to stay compliant.
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10 Feb 2026
Spring Forecast 2026 Predictions: no Easter Bunnies from the Chancellor’s hat!
The daffodils are nodding in the breeze, the rain has stopped (for the moment) and January 2026 saw record levels of tax receipts.
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09 Feb 2026
Managing AI tax risks: Resources and training
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prominent in the world of tax. It is an area seeing rapid development, not least because of the opportunities it presents for tax compliance, advisory and research. But with opportunities often come risks, and AI is no different. The main professional bodies in accounting and tax recently observed that the output from an AI tool should be treated as if it were prepared by a less experienced junior colleague and reviewed with appropriate scepticism. Many accountants would be reluctant to allow a junior colleague in their first few months in the profession to provide a client with technical tax advice without oversight and review: AI should be approached in the same way. Tax is complex and multifactorial. One seemingly simple transaction can result in many taxes being triggered, and a greater number of potential outcomes as different factors interact. Tax is built on statute and case law, both of which have been developing, and layering on top of one another, for over 100 years. Good tax advice isn’t just about regurgitating, or even interpreting, those rules. It is about application to real life scenarios with imperfect facts, human emotions and personal goals all at play and sometimes at odds. While AI can play a helpful role in providing tax advice, it can rarely do it alone. It is much more effective when working in partnership with a properly equipped professional adviser.
28 Jan 2026
Practice 2026: Innovate, Lead, Succeed - Preparing for the Next Era of Accountancy
The accountancy profession is changing rapidly. AI, complex regulation, growing cyber risks and rising client expectations are redefining what it takes to run a successful practice. To thrive, firms must go beyond adapting — they need to innovate, lead and think strategically about the future.
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30 Jan 2026
Using AI for tax work? The new PCRT guidance changes you can't ignore!
Topical guidance on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in tax work has been issued by the seven professional bodies responsible for producing the document 'Professional Conduct in Relation to Taxation' (PCRT). The new guidance is designed to be read in conjunction with existing PCRT guidance and discusses scenarios and possible safeguards allowing AI tools to be used ethically.
27 Nov 2025
Budget 2025: Any Christmas cheer for the Entrepreneur?
20:20 Innovation reviews Budget 2025’s impact on entrepreneurs, tax changes, MTD, EMI expansion and measures aimed at supporting and regulating UK business.
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26 Nov 2025
The Power of a Survey: Unlocking Hidden Value in Capital Allowances
Discover how detailed site surveys can reveal capital allowances often missed in standard accounting processes. This article explains why surveys bridge information gaps, uncover hidden qualifying assets, and strengthen the accuracy of claims, helping accountants maximise tax relief for clients.
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18 Nov 2025
What Gen Z Really Wants - And How Accounting Firms Can Respond
2020 Innovation explores what drives Gen Z accountants and how accountancy firms can adapt to strengthen retention.
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03 Sept 2025
Autumn Budget Tax Rises Loom: Why Accountants Must Prepare Now for Client Conversations and Strategic Advisory
20:20 Innovation analyse the key predictions ahead of Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget statement, an overview of tax proposals and what they mean for accountants.
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28 Oct 2025
Is your R&D claim under threat?
As HMRC continues to tighten scrutiny of claims to preserve the integrity of the R&D scheme, enquiries have become far more frequent. What was once a rare occurrence is now something most claimants can expect at some point, hence why we want you to be prepared
05 Sept 2025
20:20 Innovation Launches New 2026 Training Programme: CPD as a Catalyst for People and Practice Development
20:20 Innovation unveils its 2026 Training Programme, delivering ICAEW CPD, ACCA CPD, and that drive both people and practice development.
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20 Aug 2025
7 Reasons to Book Your Place at the 20:20 Innovation Annual Conference
Join the 20:20 Innovation Annual Conference on 23 Oct at the Vox, Birmingham for expert insights tackling accountants’ real-world challenges.
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12 Aug 2025
What the New Companies House Identity Verification Regime Means for Your Practice
20:20 Innovation look at what the new Companies House identity verification regime means for your accountancy practice.
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