Issue 65 | Publications | Members

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Achieving best practice
Alastair Reid explains how a new scheme from the DTI can help you achieve best practice in your business
Reach out to your stars
How do you retain valuable staff? Calum Robson explores the issues
Not so charitable
Confusion surrounds charities and the application of VAT. Simone Hurst examines the impact of recent guidance from HM Customs and Excise
Let's talk
Practitioners should be preparing for the introduction of new grievance procedure legislation, writes Michelle Forster
Online quality controls
Liz Kirkham explains how making effective use of your computer system can help you get the Quality Checked Seal (now replaced by ACCA Quality Checked)
The importance of audit planning
Does your audit plan direct and control the audit to ensure it is carried out effectively and efficiently? Andrew Teague explains what steps you can take to achieve this
Setting standards
New auditing and ethical standards are imminent in the UK and Ireland, writes David York
Closing a security loophole
Do you conduct background checks on prospective employees? Natasha Langton explains why it is essential - and how you can get started
Working with barclays
A year ago ACCA entered into a partnership with Barclays designed to be mutually beneficial to both members and the bank. Ros Leah summarises key achievements to date
Tax loopholes to close
Chris Chadburn examines the Government's plans to close tax avoidance loopholes

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