Grant Thornton appoints three new leaders in its industry practice

Deloitte to establish four technology centres across UK

WNJ promotes Matthew Johnson to equity partner, Stuart Mercer to associate partner

INSIGHTS
Shadow spend black hole swallows 10% of UK business expenditure
Over half of UK businesses expect shadow spend to grow in the next year, triggering budget overspend and missed savings

NEWS
BDO to relocate Edinburgh team to larger offices

EXPERT INSIGHTS BY SAGE
The AI-MTD advantage: Why accountants must act now
AI isn’t replacing accountants. It’s showing up just in time to help them manage the complexity of MTD - and shift how firms operate.

Q&A: Inside Protiviti’s front-row view of audit’s next evolution
Internal audit is no longer a passive control function - it’s becoming a strategic advisor in an era defined by AI, talent shortages, and rising risk. In this Q&A, Protiviti UK’s Janet Barberis and Deepa Krishnamachari explain how audit teams are evolving, what’s holding them back, and why culture, data quality, and skills gaps matter more than ever. From AI adoption to regulatory readiness, this is a candid look at what internal audit needs to stay relevant.

SAFFERY
Changes to UK GAAP – how they might affect your business

Navigating HMRC Security Checks with Timelines Triggers Documentation and Professional Assistance
HMRC security checks commonly last 2–8 weeks but may extend to several months for complex tax cases, with delays often caused by incomplete or inaccurate submissions. Prompt, accurate responses and organised digital records are essential for avoiding penalties and accelerating resolution. Understanding triggers, using official HMRC platforms, and, for more intricate checks, professional tax advice, remain critical for UK taxpayers facing reviews.

Preparing for Major HMRC Digital Income Tax Reporting Changes by April 2026

HMRC Issues New Guidance On Cryptoasset Reporting Requirements Starting January 2026