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A Dangerous Gamble: Why the UK’s Scrapped Audit Reform Bill Leaves Investors Exposed

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Corporate Governance

A Dangerous Gamble: Why the UK’s Scrapped Audit Reform Bill Leaves Investors Exposed

20/01/2026 user0Tagged ARGA, Audit Reform, Big Four, Carillion, corporate scandals, Financial Reporting Council, investor protection, Sarbanes-Oxley, UK government

The UK government has scrapped its landmark audit reform bill, a move that leaves investors exposed and undermines trust in British corporate governance.

The £1.4 Billion Question: Is the UK Government Finally Taming its Consulting Habit?

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Government Policy

The £1.4 Billion Question: Is the UK Government Finally Taming its Consulting Habit?

17/01/2026 user0Tagged Big Four, consultant spending, economics, financial technology, fiscal policy, Government Efficiency, National Audit Office, public finance, The Consultancy Playbook, UK government

A minor news correction reveals a major £1.4bn shift in UK policy. We decode the high-stakes plan to halve government consultant spending and its impact.

The Shadow State: Why Whitehall’s Billion-Pound Consulting Habit Matters for Your Money

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Economic Analysis

The Shadow State: Why Whitehall’s Billion-Pound Consulting Habit Matters for Your Money

14/01/2026 user0Tagged Big Four, civil service, consulting industry, economic impact, economics, financial technology, government spending, public finance, UK economy, Whitehall

Whitehall’s billion-pound consulting habit is more than a line item—it’s a critical economic issue with vast implications for public finance and investors.

Beyond the Balance Sheet: The Battle for the Soul of Accounting

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Accounting & Auditing

Beyond the Balance Sheet: The Battle for the Soul of Accounting

30/12/2025 user0Tagged accounting, auditing, Big Four, corporate ethics, economy, financial reporting, fintech, investor confidence, profession vs industry, Sarbanes-Oxley

A debate over reclassifying accounting from a “profession” to an “industry” sparks a crisis of identity with major implications for investors and the economy.

Audit Overhaul: Is the SEC Loosening the Leash on Corporate Watchdogs?

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Audit Regulation

Audit Overhaul: Is the SEC Loosening the Leash on Corporate Watchdogs?

28/12/2025 user0Tagged accounting standards, audit inspection, Big Four, Corporate Finance, financial reporting, investor confidence, PCAOB, Regulatory Compliance, Sarbanes-Oxley, SEC

A potential SEC overhaul could mean fewer, more targeted audit inspections. Is this a step toward efficiency or a risk to investor protection?

The Revolving Door Spins Too Fast: Why the EY-Shell Auditor Exit Is a Red Flag for Investors

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Auditing & Accounting

The Revolving Door Spins Too Fast: Why the EY-Shell Auditor Exit Is a Red Flag for Investors

24/12/2025 user0Tagged Auditor Independence, Big Four, corporate accountability, EY, Financial Reporting Council, FRC, investor trust, Partner Rotation, Sarbanes-Oxley, Shell

An EY auditor’s exit from Shell’s account over independence rule breaches sparks a regulatory probe, raising critical questions about corporate governance.

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