http://www.kpmg.com/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&web=/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases&page=54d09132-97a8-4256-896a-f9d809fa73c9&wp=3294190d-d154-43ad-8e49-e51249e703e4KPMG RSS FEED 201260http://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/2013-will-be-another-tough-year-for-retailers-warns-KPMG-Ipsos-Retail-Think-Tank.aspxRetailers are in for another tough year of trading, as austerity measures and uncertainty hit UK consumer confidenceWed, 16 Jan 2013 12:19:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mf-global-trustees-administrators-agreements.aspxMF Global Inc., MF Global UK Ltd. and MF Global Holdings Ltd. reach agreements to resolve all claims among the estatesFri, 05 Apr 2013 15:20:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Last-Boarding-Call-for-Alternative-Fund-Managers-to-Prepare-for-the-AIFMD-says-KPMG.aspxAlternative Investment Fund Managers Directive will have wide-reaching & long-term implications for AIFMs required to achieve compliance by 22 Jul 13.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 10:20:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-launches-Tech-Horizons-tool-setting-out-views-of-future-technology-landscape.aspxFace, voice & gesture recognition, 3D bio printing & Big Data are on the next big thing list while sun sets on email, QR codes & electric cars Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:54:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmg-europe-llp-revenues-grow-to-euro-4997-million.aspxKPMG Europe LLP announces that combined turnover grew by nine percent in the year to 30 September 2012, taking revenues to €4,997 millionMon, 21 Jan 2013 12:15:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/international-annual-review-2012.aspxKPMG International (KPMG) today announced record-high combined revenues of US$23.03 billion for the fiscal year ending 30 September 2012, representing a 4.4% increase over the previous year in local currency terms.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 15:42:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Millions-lost-as-fraudsters-expose-a-mandate-for-change.aspxOver the past 6 months KPMG’s Forensic team has examined 11 new cases of fraud and become aware of at least 13 more where the modus operandi indicates that organisations are falling victim to an increasingly popular and trending style of scamming.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:07:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Ofcom-report-shows-importance-of-mobile-internet-for-all-players-in-digital-ecosystem-says-KPMG.aspxDavid Elms, Head of Media at KPMG, comments on the findings of the Ofcom International Communications Market report released today:Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:36:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Creative-Industries-key-to-ensure-the-UKs-long-term-competitiveness-says-KPMG.aspxDavid Elms, Head of Media at KPMG, comments ahead of today’s Westminster Media Forum Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:28:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Finance-Bill-confirms-creative-sector-tax-breaks.aspxCommenting on the details of creative sector tax reliefs published today in the draft finance bill, Matthew Appleton, media tax specialist at KPMG in the UK, said:Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:27:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Personal-data-threat-to-millions-as-company-hacking-reaches-new-high.aspxMillions of individuals are being robbed of personal information around the world as the hacking of company data has rocketed since 2010 according to a new report by KPMG. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 10:00:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-4G-spectrum-auction-Final-outcome-far-from-certain-says-KPMG.aspxMilan Sallaba, Head of Telecoms Strategy Advisory at KPMG, comments ahead of the start of the UK 4G spectrum auction process:Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:17:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/NHS-faces-critical-year-ahead-says-KPMG.aspxAhead of the publication of the Francis Report into failings at mid-Staffordshire NHS Trust, KPMG’s head of public healthcare argues that 2013 will be one of the toughest years ever, for the NHSFri, 07 Dec 2012 08:16:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-to-open-start-up-hub-in-London-s-Tech-City.aspxKPMG today announced plans to set up a dedicated team based in London’s ‘Tech City’ with the aim of supporting and promoting potential high growth companies in the capital. Thu, 06 Dec 2012 09:54:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/PFI-Review–Better-late-than-never-says-KPMG.aspxRichard Threlfall, UK head of infrastructure, building & construction at KPMG, comments on the Government’s PFI review announcement ahead of tomorrow’s Autumn Statement: Thu, 06 Dec 2012 09:34:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/West-Coast-Franchise-DfT-needs-to-quickly-restart-tendering-process-says-KPMG.aspxDr. Ashley Steel, KPMG’s global chair for transport, comments on the extension of the West Coast Franchise to Virgin and Stagecoach GroupTue, 18 Dec 2012 14:50:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ATH-Resources-plc-in-administration.aspxOn 5th December 2012, Will Wright, Brian Green and Allan Graham of KPMG were appointed Joint Administrators of ATH Resources plc. Thu, 06 Dec 2012 13:11:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-access-to-credit-initiatives-to-benefit-UK-manufacturers.aspxAutumn Statement will bring cheer to UK manufacturers. The surprise headline which has captured all the attention is the two year 100% Additional Investment Allowance tax relief for expenditure on plant & machinery up to £250,000Wed, 05 Dec 2012 13:41:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-banks-hit-again-as-levy-rises.aspxThis is the fifth successive increase in the bank levy over three years – probably some kind of tax recordWed, 05 Dec 2012 13:36:39 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-bitter-blow-for-retailers.aspxRetailers will still have to absorb the increased costs of a planned 2.6% business rates rise in April. But measures to boost consumers’ disposable incomes welcomed. Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:38:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-chancellor-declares-britain-open-business-play-fair.aspxCommenting on the tax measures announced by the Chancellor today, Chris Morgan, head of tax policyWed, 05 Dec 2012 14:04:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-chancellor-plays-king-canute.aspxRichard Threlfall, UK Head of Infrastructure, Building and Construction at KPMG comments on the Autumn StatementWed, 05 Dec 2012 14:03:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-disappointment-no-tax-incentive-for-investment-in-buildings.aspxIt is extremely disappointing that the Chancellor has not listened to the infrastructure industry and looked at the current tax disincentives for investment in buildings and structures.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:17:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-extra-infrastructure-investment-good-but-drop-ocean.aspxRichard Threlfall, UK Head of Infrastructure, Building and Construction at KPMG comments on the Autumn StatementWed, 05 Dec 2012 13:52:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-fresh-hope-for-regional-powers.aspxChancellor’s speech signals intent for increase in regional powers. LEPs to finally receive the funding they need to make a differenceWed, 05 Dec 2012 14:50:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-government-support-to-boost-shale-gas-exploration.aspxGovernment's plan to consult on an appropriate fiscal regime for shale gas exploration is a positive sign for the industryWed, 05 Dec 2012 14:29:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-high-earners-not-as-bad-as-feared.aspxHigh earners will not have been expecting much seasonal joy from the Chancellor – but the upshot has been slightly less bleak than fearedWed, 05 Dec 2012 14:51:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-more-transport-investment-but-heathrow-remains-elephant-in-the-room.aspxAdditional roads investment & support for the extension of the Northern Line confirms that transport remains at the heart of Govt’s infrastructure plansMon, 21 Jan 2013 12:33:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-pensions-tax-relief-changes-risk-dissuading-savers.aspxAutumn Statement 2012 KPMG: Pensions tax relief changes risk dissuading savers and will hit ordinary people as well as ‘fat cats’ says KPMG Wed, 05 Dec 2012 13:53:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-public-sector-can-budget-cuts-lead-fundamental-reform.aspxIn his Autumn Statement today, the Chancellor has announced that Whitehall department resource budgets are to be cut by 1 percent next year and 2 percent in 2014, with the NHS and schools exempt.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 13:48:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-public-sector-workers-hit-by-pension-changes.aspxThe new pensions Annual Allowance, reduced to £40,000 as part of the government’s drive to reduce the deficit, will leave many public sector workers facing unintended consequences, bearing the brunt of the changesWed, 05 Dec 2012 16:16:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-simple-budget-offers-some-relief-for-business.aspxBusinesses, particularly in the SME sector will welcome the Chancellor’s attempts to keep it simple with very little tinkering to the tax environment and yet several measures to encourage investment in the UKWed, 05 Dec 2012 13:53:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-speed-up-pension-scheme-regime.aspxConsultation on pension scheme funding regime needs to be quick, says KPMGWed, 05 Dec 2012 15:16:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-swiss-bank-accounts-warning.aspxAnyone in the UK with a Swiss bank account needs to pay heed to the Chancellor’s words on the agreement the UK has signed with the Swiss government.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:28:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement-2012-tax-avoidance-public-contracts.aspxCompanies dealing with Government may need clean bill of tax compliance, says KPMGWed, 05 Dec 2012 16:08:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/autumn-statement--transport-can-kick-start-economic-growth.aspxEd Thomas, Director in KPMG’s transport advisory group comments on the Chancellor’s transport infrastructure plansWed, 05 Dec 2012 14:42:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Construction-prospects-looking-dismal-for-2013-says-KPMG.aspxRichard Lyle, director in KPMG’s infrastructure practice, comments on the latest Markit/CIPS UK Construction PMI which shows construction output returning to contraction at 49.3 in November, down from 50.9 in the previous month: Tue, 04 Dec 2012 13:29:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-November-2012-retailers-counting-on-late-christmas-rush.aspxUK retail sales values were up 0.4% on a like-for-like basis from November 2011, when they were down 1.6% on the preceding year.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 07:52:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Public-sector-to-face-special-measures-in-2013-but-a-new-approach-could-ward-off-disaster-says-KPMG.aspxIncreasing numbers of public sector organisations will be subjected to intervention as the impact of deficit reduction measures hits the front line over the next 12 months, according to KPMG’s Head of Public Sector. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 08:21:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retailers-go-to-war-over-online-festive-pound.aspxUK retailers are gearing up for the busiest online shopping day before Christmas, Cyber Monday, which falls on 3 December this year, says KPMGMon, 21 Jan 2013 12:42:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-senior-MA-investment-banker-to-head-its-global-Metals-Mining-Corporate-Finance-practice.aspxKPMG has appointed Rama Ayman as a Partner and Global Head of its Metals & Mining Corporate Finance practice.Mon, 03 Dec 2012 14:37:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Automotive-sector-could-provide-a-clear-blueprint-for-a-national-industrial-policy-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, UK head of automotive at KPMG, comments on business opportunities in the UK automotive supply chain Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:50:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Proposed-General-Anti-Abuse-Rule-on-tax-heralds-new-era-of-transparency-says-KPMG.aspx60 percent of senior tax executives are in favour of a General Anti-Abuse Rule finds a KPMG survey.Mon, 10 Dec 2012 08:35:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-Fiduciary-Management-Market-grows-by-40-percent-from-2011-to-2012-finds-KPMG-survey.aspxKPMG’s 2012 Fiduciary Management UK Market Survey finds the UK Fiduciary Management market growing at double digit paceMon, 10 Dec 2012 08:32:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MFGlobalUKspecialadministratorspublishsecondsixmonthprogressreport.aspxThe special administrators of MF Global UK Limited (in special administration) (“MFG UK”) have published their second six month progress report Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:50:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Proposed-Limited-Amendments-to-IFRS9–limited-only-in-name-says-KPMG.aspxThe proposed limited amendments to IFRS 9 are a step towards the reform financial instruments accounting under IFRSMon, 10 Dec 2012 08:55:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/pre-pack-administration-saves-over-500-jobs-at-goodhead-group.aspxGoodhead Group sold to Polestar Group, avoiding the need for any redundancies and securing 518 jobs. Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:37:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-plc-can-learn-from-public-sectors-lead-says-KPMG.aspxPrivate companies from sectors as diverse as finance, telecoms, energy, IT and retail should follow the example set by public sector organisationsMon, 21 Jan 2013 12:46:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UN-climatec-hange-talks-could-face-a-clarity-time-bomb-says-KPMG.aspxThe wording of the last international climate agreement has left the UN process with a potential “time bomb”, according to KPMG InternationalMon, 10 Dec 2012 08:40:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-and-ACCA-report-calls-on-standard-setters-and-Islamic-banks-to-work-together-to-harmonise-financial-reporting.aspxAction must be taken to ensure that the way Islamic finance is reported financially is harmonised and made more consistentMon, 10 Dec 2012 09:02:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Governments-Work-Programme-should-be-given-a-chance-says-KPMG.aspxAlan Downey, UK and Europe head of public sector at KPMG Management Consulting, comments on the Government’s flagship ‘Work Programme’ figuresMon, 10 Dec 2012 09:40:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Another-Autumn-Statement-another-downgrade-says-KPMG-chief-economist.aspxCommenting ahead of the Autumn Statement which the Chancellor will deliver on 5 December, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, said:Mon, 10 Dec 2012 09:38:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Infrastructure-tax-breaks-key-to-growth-says-KPMG-survey.aspxTax incentives for capital investment in infrastructure are a key measure to drive growth among Britain’s biggest businessesMon, 10 Dec 2012 09:44:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/The-days-of-IT-empire-building-are-over-says-KPMG.aspxA fundamental shift in the way organisations view technology is driving CIOs to change their remit and responsibilitiesMon, 10 Dec 2012 09:49:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-named-Global-Firm-of-the-Year-at-British-Accountancy-Awards.aspxKPMG is named ‘Global Firm of the Year’ at the British Accountancy Awards the prestigious awards event for the accountancy industryMon, 10 Dec 2012 09:53:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Discount-December-predicted-as-retail-sales-remain-weak.aspxTough Christmas trading conditions in the UK are likely to spark early discounting on high streets across the countryMon, 10 Dec 2012 10:05:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/General-Counsel-influence-grows-as-companies-fear-tide-of-global-regulation.aspxCompanies around the world are threatened by a growing tide of regulation, according to a new report by KPMG Mon, 10 Dec 2012 10:12:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Northcliffe-sale-Scale-for-regional-newspapers-is-increasingly-important-says-KPMG.aspxDavid Elms, Head of Media at KPMG comments on the sale of the Northcliffe newspaper arm by the Daily Mail General Trust:Mon, 10 Dec 2012 10:07:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Zombie-company-headache-turns-into-migraine-for-banks.aspxThe construction and real estate sector has topped the list for the area experiencing the worst effects of the downturnMon, 10 Dec 2012 10:09:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Most-Boardrooms-are-unaware-of-cyber-threats-but-ignorance-is-no-excuse-says-KPMG.aspxBritish businesses are not taking the threat of cyber security seriously enoughMon, 10 Dec 2012 10:15:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Perfectstormonlendingaslong-termbankfinanceforinfrastructureinvestmentdies,saysKPMG.aspxRichard Threlfall comments on recent reportsof lack of private finance for infrastructure investmentWed, 23 Jan 2013 09:39:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/What-shareholder-spring-asks-KPMGs-2012-Guide-to-Directors-Remuneration.aspx2012’s “Shareholder spring” was something of an illusion, according to KPMG’s 2012 Guide to Directors’ RemunerationFri, 14 Dec 2012 09:23:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Theres-life-in-the-branch-yet-says-KPMG.aspxRumours that the High Street bank branch is soon to meet its demise are unfounded and fail to take into account customer behaviour across generationsFri, 31 May 2013 12:32:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Guiding-Principles-Shared-for-Global-Expansion-in-Higher-Education.aspxGovernance and operational frameworks must be prioritised up frontMon, 26 Nov 2012 10:24:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/emea-research-development-incentives-guide.aspxThe UK is one of only four regimes in countries surveyed to offer three types of R&D reliefs or incentives analysedThu, 15 Nov 2012 08:48:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BouncebackforUKcarindustryasproductionpicksup,saysKPMG.aspxJohn Leech, KPMG UK head of automotive, comments on The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) UK car production figures Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:41:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Octoberretailsalesworryinglylacklustre.aspxDavid McCorquodale, Head of Retail at KPMG, comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National Statistics:Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:42:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/employment-figures-encouraging-but-long-term-concerns-remain.aspxToday’s data is yet another sign of recovery in the jobs market, and it is being driven primarily by an increasing confidence in the private sectorWed, 14 Nov 2012 09:12:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/education-may-lead-way-but-will-whitehall-follow.aspxMichael Gove’s willingness to radically restructure his Department shows the depth of frustration with the civil service and the pace of changeWed, 14 Nov 2012 11:44:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/inflation-another-forecast-another-downgrade.aspxThe Bank of England has reduced its projection for growth for this year and next, and now expects inflation to stay higher for longerWed, 14 Nov 2012 14:41:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Has-the-recession-and-the-rise-of-the-Internet-damaged-customer-service-in-UK-retailing.aspxThe KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (‘the RTT’) met to consider the impact that the recession and the rise of multichannel retailing has had on the quality of customer service in the UK and the wider retail offerThu, 10 Jan 2013 12:32:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Court-of-Justice-of-the-European-Union-decision-in-long-running-FII-GLO-case-delivered.aspxThe CJEU delivered its second judgment in the Franked Investment Income (“FII”) Group Litigation, finding for the taxpayer on all three key issuesMon, 10 Dec 2012 10:30:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Broken-links-in-supply-chain-need-urgent-attention-says-KPMG.aspxNatural disasters, changing consumer demands & economic uncertainty have led organisations to question if their supply chain operations are adequateMon, 21 Jan 2013 13:51:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-Premier-FireServe-Limited-and-Premier-FireServe-Engineering-Limited.aspxRob Croxen and Richard Fleming of KPMG were today appointed joint administrators of Premier FireServe Limited and Premier FireServe Engineering LimitedMon, 10 Dec 2012 10:27:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-predicts-more-pension-zombies-will-become-insolvent-as-they-struggle-to-maintain-large-deficits.aspxThe latest deficit numbers for UK corporates indicate that exposure of the Pension Protection Fund to UK defined benefit scheme stood at £227bnMon, 10 Dec 2012 10:24:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Rise-in-inflation-in-October-is-hopefully-just-a-blip-says-KPMG-economist.aspxCommenting on the October inflation figures issued by the Office for National Statistics, KPMG Economist, Tom Hooper, saidTue, 13 Nov 2012 12:27:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Still-no-daylight-for-the-UK-construction-industry-as-output-falls-says-KPMG.aspxRichard Lyle, director in KPMG’s infrastructure practice, comments on the latest Office for National Statistics construction data, which shows that UK construction activity fell 13.1% in September from a year ago: Fri, 09 Nov 2012 13:58:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/A-new-collaborative-report-explores-the-preparedness-of-the-accounting-profession-to-respond-to-declining-natural-capital.aspxThe report aimed at Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), accountancy professionals and business leaders investigates the concept of materiality and how it is used to identify issues for management and disclosureMon, 12 Nov 2012 13:10:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-congratulates-Jade-Jones.aspxKPMG congratulates taekwondo gold medal winner Jade Jones on being named Young Olympian of the Year.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:38:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Interest-rate-decision-November-2012-MPC-on-hold-until-new-year-says-KPMG-chief-economist.aspxCommenting on today’s decision from the Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee to maintain the Bank Rate at 0.5 percent and the size of the Asset Purchase Programme at £375 billion, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, said:Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:56:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-Permanent-placements-rise-at-fastest-rate-for-17-months.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultancies. Thu, 08 Nov 2012 08:54:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Pre-pack-administration-saves-over-750-jobs-at-AEA-Technology-companies.aspxWill Wright and Mark Orton of KPMG were today appointed joint administrators to companies which make up the AEA Technology Group - the energy, water, waste, air quality and environmental consultancy business. Thu, 08 Nov 2012 15:42:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Our-approach-to-pathology-must-change-to-be-fit-for-the-future-says-KPMG.aspxSpeaking at a seminar outlining the future of pathology in the UK, Matthew Custance, partner in KPMG’s Healthcare Management Practice, called for radical changes to the way pathology and phlebotomy services are managed and deliveredWed, 07 Nov 2012 11:03:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-Think-Tank-confirms-that-UK-retail-health-in-Quarter-3.aspxThe health of retailing in the UK continued to decline in quarter three, although there are some signs of improvement in quarter fourFri, 11 Jan 2013 10:41:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Head-of-Upstream-Oil-Advisory-practice.aspxKPMG has appointed Emma Wild as Head of Upstream Oil Advisory in the UK, a newly created role. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:00:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-October-2012.aspxThe BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor measures changes in the actual value (including VAT*) of retail sales, excluding automotive fuel. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:21:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-outlines-steps-needed-to-get-Solvency-II-back-on-track.aspxAs the insurance industry grows increasingly frustrated with ongoing Solvency II delays and uncertainty, KPMG outlines a series of measures that should be adopted to move the regulatory framework forward.Tue, 06 Nov 2012 08:54:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-announces-new-national-charity-partnerships-with-Action-for-Literacy-and-Shelter.aspxKPMG, the professional services firm, has announced two new national charity partnerships for the coming two years: Action for Literacy and housing and homelessness charity ShelterMon, 05 Nov 2012 11:43:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Drop-in-corporate-insolvency-figures-supports-economic-recovery-indications.aspxThe latest statistics from the Insolvency Service tentatively support indications that the economy could indeed be improvingMon, 21 Jan 2013 16:56:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/DownturninUKmanufacturingdeepensbutglobalexportmarketsstillofferaglimmerofhope,saysKPMG.aspxStephen Cooper, KPMG’s UK head of manufacturing, comments on the Markit/CIPS Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), which fell for the second successive month to 47.5 in October:Thu, 01 Nov 2012 13:27:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MF-Global-UK-special-administrators-publish-improved-financial-outcome-range.aspxThe special administrators of MF Global UK have published an updated illustrative financial outcome range of potential returns for clients and creditors of MF Global UK todayThu, 01 Nov 2012 10:07:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Mergers-will-offer-media-businesses-more-options-and-capital-to-invest-into-new-radical-business-models-says-KPMG.aspxDavid Elms comments on the back of the planned mergers between Random House & Penguin & the acquisition of Northcliffe by YattendonWed, 16 Jan 2013 18:50:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/One-in-five-UK-workers-paid-less-than-the-Living-Wage.aspxOne in five workers in the UK – some 4.82 million people – are paid less than the ‘Living Wage’, new research from accountancy firm KPMG shows today. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 11:02:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-LLP-appointed-Joint-Receivers-of-RMJM-Limited.aspxBlair Nimmo and Gary Fraser of KPMG LLP were appointed Joint Receivers of RMJM Limited and RMJM Scotland Limited, and Joint Administrative Receivers of RMJM London Limited, on 26th October 2012.Fri, 26 Oct 2012 12:29:39 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Appoints-Graeme-Ross-as-Global-Chair-of-its-Media-and-Telecommunications-Practice.aspxKPMG International today announced the appointment of Graeme Ross as the Global Sector Chair of KPMG’s Media and Telecommunications practice. Thu, 25 Oct 2012 07:51:18 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Q3-GDP-figures-October-2012-Not-exactly-a-recession-but-not-exactly-a-recovery-either-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on today’s preliminary third quarter UK GDP figures released by the Office of National Statistics, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidThu, 25 Oct 2012 15:00:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Clinical-Commissioning-Groups-must-be-given-a-chance-to-succeed-says-KPMG.aspxGary Belfield, associate partner at KPMG Management Consulting, highlighted seven steps to demonstrate why Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) can flourish, once they begin work in April 2013. Wed, 24 Oct 2012 09:00:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Make-ther-ight-call-to-cut-hospital-mortality-rates-says-KPMG.aspxAs the latest figures highlighting mortality rates in hospitals across the UK are released, KPMG calls for the introduction of new approaches to medical care to give patients the chance to seek help without delayTue, 23 Oct 2012 12:54:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/English-American-Insurance-Companys-scheme-administrators-announce-increase-in-scheme-payment-percentage-to-45.aspxThe scheme payment percentage for English & American Insurance Company Limited (“EAIC”) has been increased from 40% to 45%, effective from 17th October 2012.Mon, 22 Oct 2012 12:41:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-names-Alan-Downey-as-the-firms-new-head-of-public-sector-across-Europe-and-the-Middle-East.aspxKPMG has announced the appointment of Alan Downey as its new Head of Public Sector across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMA). Fri, 19 Oct 2012 07:19:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Europe-dragging-down-UK-car-sales-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, KPMG UK head of automotive, comments on The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) UK car production figures which fell 5.8% in September but remains up10.2% over the year-to-date:Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:08:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-finds-global-corporate-reporting-needs-to-top-up-on-Water-Scarcity.aspxKPMG International’s latest Sustainable Insight reveals that the majority of the world’s largest companies lack a long term water strategy. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:37:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMGcallsforintroductionofBankers’Codetorestoretrust.aspxAs confidence and trust in the banking industry reaches new lows, KPMG’s UK head of financial services, Bill Michael, calls for a Bankers’ Code Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:04:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Employmentfiguresshowgoodnewsfornow,butbusinessmustlooktothefuture,saysKPMG.aspxReacting to the publication, today, of the latest UK employment figures, which have seen employment levels reach a record high, Bernard Brown, Partner and Head of Business Services at KPMG, says:Wed, 17 Oct 2012 08:31:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/AppealCourtwinfortaxpayerinFCEBankgroupreliefcase.aspxEncouraging news for non-EU based groups seeking relief for EU lossesMon, 21 Jan 2013 16:59:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Laissez-faireattitudetosocialmediaisamajorthreattoorganisationalsecurity,warnsKPMG.aspxToo many staff in organisations across the UK are posting comments online about business activity, with their actions posing a major threat to client and company confidentiality. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 11:51:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Speedinbuildingextraairportcapacityisvital,saysKPMG.aspxDr. Ashley Steel, Vice Chair at KPMG and Global Chair for Transport comments on plans by Gatwick Airport for a second runway:Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:21:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-Uniglaze-2-EastAnglia-Limited.aspxChris Pole and Richard Philpott from KPMG Restructuring have been appointed joint administrators to Uniglaze 2 (East Anglia) Limited, the Norwich-based manufacturer and supplier of toughened glass and double glazing.Tue, 16 Oct 2012 08:17:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Business-executives-claim-HR-is-failing-to-keep-pace-with-changing-business-demands.aspxBusiness leaders across the globe say HR functions are ineffective and consistently fail to demonstrate any form of value to their organisationMon, 18 Feb 2013 14:03:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Another-key-delay-pushes-Solvency-II-beyond-2014-says-KPMG.aspxThe European Parliament’s vote on Omnibus 2, due to take place in November, has now been pushed back to March 2013Fri, 12 Oct 2012 13:22:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Employers-need-to-weigh-up-the-pros-and-cons-of-settling-an-Employee-Benefit-Trust-says-KPMG.aspxHMRC’s “Settlement Opportunity” under which employers with Employee Benefit Trusts (“EBTs”) can pay the tax authority’s assessment of outstanding tax liabilities and unwind the arrangement without recourse to litigation may not suit all circumstancesThu, 11 Oct 2012 09:16:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Telcos-must-make-brave-decisions-or-run-the-danger-of-becoming-dinosaurs-warns-KPMG.aspxTelecom companies must work to understand the needs of customers and turn these insights into revenue generating products and servicesThu, 10 Jan 2013 14:21:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Top-personal-income-tax-rates-increase-in-2012-KPMG-International-reports.aspxThe 2011 holding pattern for personal income tax rates is now seeing a return to the 2010 trend of increasing rates with the global average top personal income tax rate going up by 0.3 percent, according to analysis by KPMG InternationalFri, 07 Dec 2012 11:27:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-wins-Widening-the-Talent-Pool-award.aspxKPMG is proud to have won an award recognising its efforts to improve diversity, social mobility and equality through a new recruitment initiative it launched last year.Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:04:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-non-life-insurance-run-off-market-shrinks-by-25-over-past-decade.aspxKPMG’s 10th annual UK Run-Off Survey: Non-Life Insurance report reveals that run-off liabilities continued their decline in 2011Tue, 09 Oct 2012 09:55:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-September-2012.aspxUK retail sales values were up 1.5% on a like-for-like basis from September 2011Tue, 09 Oct 2012 07:30:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-partners-vote-in-new-non-exec-director-group.aspxKPMG has announced its new UK non-executive board membersMon, 08 Oct 2012 07:55:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-permanent-placements-stabilise-while-temp-billings-rise-for-second-month-in-a-row.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultanciesMon, 08 Oct 2012 07:31:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Pre-registration-bonuses-boost-car-sales.aspxJohn Leech, UK head of automotive at KPMG, comments on The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) car sales data released todayThu, 04 Oct 2012 11:57:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MPC-Interest-Rate-Decision-October-2012-Policy-on-hold-this-month-but-not-for-long-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on today’s decision from the Bank of England to maintain the Bank Rate at 0.5% and the size of the Asset Purchase Programme at £375 billion, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidThu, 04 Oct 2012 11:37:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-new-director-to-lead-new-direct-tax-litigation-practice.aspxMichael Anderson has been appointed as head of direct tax litigation at KPMG in the UK.Thu, 04 Oct 2012 09:25:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-and-Linklaters-lead-the-way-on-mental-health-initiative.aspxBusiness leaders are meeting to discuss the mental wellbeing of their employees on Tuesday 9 October, the day before World Mental Health Day.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 12:04:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-construction-nightmare-continues-says-KPMG.aspxRichard Threlfall, KPMG’s UK head of infrastructure, building & construction, comments on the latest Markit/CIPS UK Construction PMI, which rose to 49.5 from 49.0 in AugustTue, 02 Oct 2012 11:24:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-JJB-Sports.aspxAdministrators from KPMG were today appointed to the three companies which make up JJB Sports, the sports retailer. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 06:58:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Libor-review-sends-broader-message-to-banks-Its-also-time-to-press-the-reset-button-on-culture-and-behaviour.aspxCommenting on the Wheatley Review of Libor released today, Giles Williams, banking regulation partner at KPMG, said:Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:11:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-named-in-Top-10-Employers-for-Working-Families.aspxKPMG has been ranked in the top ten employers for working families for the second year running by independent benchmarking and award organisation, Working Families.Thu, 27 Sep 2012 07:43:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-destination-of-choice-for-global-automotive-investment.aspxToday, industry body The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) launched a new report, compiled by KPMG, that sets out why the UK has become a destination of choice for global vehicle manufacturersWed, 24 Oct 2012 13:44:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Employers-set-to-receive-letters-from-HMRC-as-biggest-PAYE-shake-up-for-60-years-looms-says-KPMG.aspxAlmost all employers in the UK are set to receive a letter from the tax authorities next month outlining key changes to PAYE reportingMon, 18 Feb 2013 14:54:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UKs-tax-competitiveness-most-improved-among-major-economies-in-past-two-years-finds-KPMG-survey.aspxOver the past two years, the UK’s tax competitiveness has improved the most among major economies examined in a study conducted by KPMG International.Mon, 01 Oct 2012 09:57:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Positive-outlook-for-digital-infrastructure-according-to-CBI-KPMG-Infrastructure-Survey.aspxThe overwhelming majority of UK companies are very positive about improvements that have been made to UK digital networks in recent years and are confident that the trend will continue. Wed, 26 Sep 2012 07:14:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Chaordix-and-KPMG-enter-into-strategic-alliance-to-provide-crowdsourced-market-intelligence.aspxChaordix and KPMG in the UK sign agreement to cooperate on the provision of a new market insights and product innovation offering, Crowd Connection™Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:06:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-new-partner-in-its-transfer-pricing-practice.aspxDrew Bailey has joined KPMG’s Birmingham office as a partner to lead KPMG’s Midlands transfer pricing practice. Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:28:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Third-year-in-a-row-that-business-students-rank-KPMG-2-in-Universums-Worlds-Most-Attractive-Employer-survey.aspxBusiness students have placed KPMG second in Universum's ‘World's Most Attractive Employer’ survey for the third year running. Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:30:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-names-David-McCorquodale-as-the-firms-new-head-of-retail.aspxKPMG has announced the appointment of David McCorquodale as the new UK head of retail at the firmFri, 21 Sep 2012 07:39:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Official-figures-confirm-no-Olympic-boost-for-retailers.aspxDavid McCorquodale, Retail Partner at KPMG, comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsThu, 20 Sep 2012 12:04:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/A-minor-trough-in-car-output-won’t-dent-business-confidence-and-growth-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, UK head of automotive at KPMG, comments on SMMT car production figures that fell in AugustMon, 04 Feb 2013 13:36:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/City-staff-celebrate-with-Taekwondo-medallists.aspxStaff from KPMG took time out yesterday to celebrate with two GB taekwondo medal winners who visited their offices in Canary WharfMon, 18 Feb 2013 14:19:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MA-back-on-the-agenda-for-European-chemicals-companies-according-to-KPMG.aspxIn the face of escalating costs, stiffer competition, and a stuttering global economy, Europe’s chemical industry executives intend to use the significant cash on their balance sheets to pursue strategic acquisitions and new product development Tue, 18 Sep 2012 07:34:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Two-weeks-to-go-until-it-becomes-mandatory-to-enrol-staff-in-to-company-pension-schemes-reminds-KPMG.aspxFrom October 1st 2012, the UK’s largest employers must enrol all eligible UK employees into a qualifying pension schemeMon, 01 Oct 2012 12:39:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Businesses-urge-relentless-government-focus-on-infrastructure-delivery-CBI.aspxBusinesses are concerned that critical infrastructure improvements are not happening quickly enough and want to see urgent Government delivery on the ground. Mon, 17 Sep 2012 07:41:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/hackers-go-mobile.aspxKPMG partner Stephen Bonner comments on news that cyber criminals have successfully installed viruses on PCs before they leave the factory.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 13:27:18 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/AppleiPhone5launchLackofNFCchiptoenablemobilepaymentsbiggestsurprise,saysKPMG.aspxTudor Aw, KPMG’s European Head of Technology, comments on the launch of the Apple iPhone 5:Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:16:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ashionretailersurgedtotakestockasout-datedsupplychainsputastrainonbusiness.aspxWith UK retail sales falling to their lowest point since Easter* and growing numbers of clothing stores struggling to survive...Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:01:24 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/unemployment-down-confidence-up.aspxBernard Brown, head of business services at KPMG, comments on news that unemployment has fallen by 7,000 in the three months to JulyWed, 12 Sep 2012 08:13:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/4g-mobile-launch-positions-uk-as-technology-leaders.aspxKPMG Partner Milan Sallaba comments on the launch announcement of 4G mobile services in the UK Tue, 11 Sep 2012 13:12:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Industrialpolicyheadingintherightdirectionbutdon’tforgetthedue-diligence,warnsKPMG.aspxStephen Cooper, UK head of manufacturing at KPMG, comments on today’s industrial strategy launched by the Government:Tue, 11 Sep 2012 13:26:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Building-societies-to-play-a-big-role-in-the-future-of-British-banking-says-KPMG.aspxBuilding societies are entering a period of potential growth and success which could lead to them fulfilling a new role by the end of the decadeWed, 23 Jan 2013 09:35:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Closer-alignment-of-hedge-accounting-and-risk-management-in-IASB-proposals.aspxKPMG welcomes the International Accounting Standards Board’s draft of its forthcoming IFRS on general hedge accounting that was issued today.Fri, 07 Sep 2012 15:00:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-Brown-Field-Allowance-for-Oil-and-Gas-development-in-the-North-Sea-is-welcome-says-KPMG.aspxAndrew Lister, head of Oil and Gas tax comments on the Government’s announcement of a Brown Field Allowance for certain North Sea production projectsThu, 10 Jan 2013 13:18:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Norfolk-Capacitors-Limited-Great-Yarmouth-UPDATE.aspxChris Pole joint administrator to Norfolk Capacitors Limited, has today confirmed that redundancies have been made at the business, which went into administration last week.Fri, 07 Sep 2012 12:40:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-Permanent-placements-fall-at-slower-rate-while-temp-billings-rise-slightly.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultanciesMon, 10 Sep 2012 04:37:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Outsourced-support-services-in-decline-as-economic-uncertainty-tightens-its-grip-on-business–says-KPMG.aspxOrganisations are retreating behind the wall of economic uncertainty and holding back from renewing contracts for core outsourced servicesFri, 01 Feb 2013 11:04:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Travelodge-creditors-vote-yes-to-CVA.aspxThe creditors of Travelodge have today voted overwhelmingly through the proposed company voluntary arrangement (CVA), which will enable the business to restructure its property portfolio.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:11:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Upward-movement-in-UK-manufacturing-output-unlikely-to-continue-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, UK Head of Automotive at KPMG, comments on the latest Markit/CIPS manufacturing PMI which rose to a four-month high of 49.5 in August from a downwardly revised 45.2 in July - a 3½-year lowTue, 04 Sep 2012 07:56:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-August-2012-Olympic-month-worst-sales-growth-this-year.aspxUK retail sales values were down by 0.4% on a like-for-like basis from August 2011, when they were down 0.6% on the preceding year.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 07:44:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UKs-housing-market-offers-fastest-acting-painkiller-for-economic-headache-says-KPMG.aspxRichard Threlfall, UK head of Infrastructure, Building and Construction at KPMG, comments on the Government’s announcement to boost house building with a £10 billion guarantee schemeMon, 03 Sep 2012 11:49:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Default.aspxKPMG, Latest News, 2008, 2009, 2010Tue, 08 Jan 2013 09:45:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-Norfolk-Capacitors-Limited-Great-Yarmouth.aspxChris Pole and Richard Philpott from KPMG Restructuring have today been appointed joint administrators to Norfolk Capacitors Limited, the Great Yarmouth-based manufacturer. Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:08:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-calls-for-a-clear-statement-on-Solvency-II-implementation-date-after-latest-Omnibus-2-delay.aspxThe timetable for Solvency II implementation could slip as the European Parliament's consideration of the proposed Omnibus 2 amendments was again delayed this morning.Fri, 31 Aug 2012 12:44:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Business-looks-for-Autumn-growth.aspxCommenting on today’s revised GDP figures, KPMG’s Chief Economist Andrew Smith saidFri, 24 Aug 2012 14:16:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-sells-Mouchel-Group-plc-to-MRBL-Limited-via-prepack-administration.aspxRichard Heis, Ed Boyle and Jane Moriarty of KPMG have this afternoon been appointed Joint Administrators to Mouchel Group plc, the infrastructure and business services groupFri, 24 Aug 2012 21:46:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Global-MA-slowdown-hits-emerging-markets.aspxDeclining confidence in the global M&A market is starting to impact deal activity levels across the emerging economies, according to KPMG’s latest High Growth Markets International Acquisition TrackerThu, 23 Aug 2012 09:43:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Financial-stability-vs-Economic-growth-are-safer-banks-as-good-for-the-economy-as-many-believe.aspxIt is impossible for banks to satisfy the conflicting requirements to strengthen capital ratios while increasing lending to businessesMon, 08 Oct 2012 09:55:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Digital-Olympics-Growth-of-digital-media-consumption-will-further-boost-internet-advertisers-says-KPMG.aspxThe 2012 London Olympics demonstrated the opportunities and the growth potential of digital mediaWed, 29 Aug 2012 14:19:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Polly-Peck-the-nadir-of-management-fraud.aspxon news that Asil Nadir has been found guilty of 10 charges involving the theft of millions of pounds from his Polly Peck empire, Hitesh Patel, UK Forensic Partner at KPMG, comments:Wed, 22 Aug 2012 13:29:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/transfer-pricing-yields-1bn-for-taxman.aspxCommenting on today’s Transfer Pricing Statistics from HMRC, Andrew Hickman, Transfer Pricing partner at KPMG in the UK, saidMon, 01 Oct 2012 12:53:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Exporting-NHS-expertise–a-good-move-for-UK-patients.aspxCommenting on reports that NHS hospitals are to be encouraged to establish centres of excellence abroad, Andrew Hine, UK head of healthcare at KPMG, commentsTue, 21 Aug 2012 11:17:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Recession-puts-brakes-on-IT-spend.aspxGlobal IT spend is expected to reach $2.7 trillion by the end of 2012 – a rise of 3.9 percent on the previous twelve monthsTue, 21 Aug 2012 07:03:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/TravelodgeannouncesCVAproposal.aspxCommenting on the company voluntary arrangement (CVA) proposal in today's announcement by Travelodge, Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:33:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Organisations-put-their-head-in-the-clouds-as-economy-bites.aspxAs the impact of a double-dip recession takes hold, the increasing need to curtail costs is driving a growing number of businesses to adopt cloud-based solutions to their IT needsThu, 16 Aug 2012 11:47:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appointed-administrators-to-Dawson-International-PLC.aspxBlair Nimmo and Gary Fraser of KPMG LLP were appointed Joint Administrators of Dawson International PLC and its UK subsidiaries, Dawson International Holdings (UK) Limited and Dawson International Trading Limited on 15 August 2012Thu, 16 Aug 2012 07:54:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-offers-new-opportunities-for-school-leavers.aspxKPMG has extended its Audit school leavers scheme to include a third universityWed, 15 Aug 2012 08:38:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MPC-sits-on-its-hands-but-leaves-door-open-for-more-policy-measures-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on the minutes of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee’s August meeting released today, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidWed, 15 Aug 2012 10:04:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/West-Coast-Rail-Franchise-Competition-for-franchises-set-to-become-increasingly-intense-says-KPMG.aspxEd Thomas, Director at KPMG’s transport advisory group, comments on the outcome of the West Coast rail franchise competitionTue, 18 Dec 2012 14:38:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Unemployment-figures-reaction-International-demand-for-UK-goods-drives-employment-at-home-says-KPMG.aspxReacting to the news, today, that unemployment has risen by fallen by 56,000 to 2.56 million, Anna Marie Detert, a director within KPMG Management Consulting, says:Wed, 15 Aug 2012 09:40:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Most-businesses-now-planning-for-Real-Time-Information-reporting-but-is-it-all-thought-and-too-little-action-asks-KPMG.aspx86% of businesses have started to plan for implementing Real Time Information reporting of payroll data to HMRC when it becomes mandatory in April 13Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:51:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/July-Inflation-figures-Unexpected-jump-likely-to-prove-just-a-hiccup-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on the UK’s July inflation figures released today, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidTue, 14 Aug 2012 09:42:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Bank-of-England-quarterly-Inflation-Report-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on the Bank of England’s quarterly inflation report issued today, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidWed, 08 Aug 2012 12:16:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-August-2012.aspxThe KPMG and Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) ‘Report on Jobs’ – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultancies. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 08:59:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Sale-of-North-Sea-Ventilation-Ltd-in-administration.aspxNorth Sea Ventilation Limited, a Hull based supplier of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, appointed Howard Smith and Mark Firmin, of KPMG’s Restructuring practice, as joint administrators on 3 August.Mon, 06 Aug 2012 10:58:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Partner-to-UK-Operations-Strategy-Group.aspxKPMG has appointed Robert Browne as a Partner in its Operations Strategy Group practice. Mon, 06 Aug 2012 10:24:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Consumers-drive-recovery-in-the-automotive-sector.aspxSMMT new car registration figures announced today found that UK car sales rose by 9.3% in July 2012 compared to July 2011, which is the fifth consecutive month of year on year volume growthMon, 06 Aug 2012 11:40:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Insolvency-figures-show-a-worrying-decline-in-retail-health.aspxThe latest statistics from the Insolvency Service show a dramatic increase in the number of retailers entering into administration in the second quarter of 2012, compared with the same period last year. Fri, 03 Aug 2012 10:29:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Personal-insolvencies-fall-as-consumers-tighten-their-belts.aspxThe second quarter figures for 2012, confirmed that 27,390 people went into Bankruptcy, entered into an Individual Voluntary Arrangement (‘IVA’) or a Debt Relief Order (‘DRO’) between April and July 2012Fri, 03 Aug 2012 10:13:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Positive-headline-construction-output-lacks-firm-foundations.aspxRichard Threlfall, KPMG’s head of infrastructure, building and construction, comments on Markit/CIPS UK construction Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) which rose in July, despite weaknesses exposed by the underlying dataThu, 02 Aug 2012 12:59:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MPC-takes-sensible-wait-and-see-approach.aspxTom Hooper, economist at KPMG comments on today’s MPC decision to make no change to the base rate or QE.Thu, 02 Aug 2012 14:21:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/administrators-samuel-cooke-co-conclude-successful-sale-key-assets.aspxAdministrators of Samuel Cooke & Co conclude successful sale of key assetsThu, 02 Aug 2012 13:45:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Euro-uncertainty-hits-manufacturers-across-the-world.aspxThe Markit/CIPS Eurozone Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell to a 37-month low of 44.0, down from 45.1 in June; Wed, 01 Aug 2012 12:56:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-Senior-Partner-at-KPMG.aspxFollowing his recent election, Simon Collins today assumes the position of Chairman and Senior Partner of KPMG in the UK. Wed, 01 Aug 2012 07:22:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-evidence-suggests-education-fails-to-foster-innovation.aspxEurope’s educational systems combined with a rigid determination to stick with traditional organisational hierarchies is denting employees’ ability and willingness to innovate.Tue, 31 Jul 2012 07:35:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Health-of-UK-retail-remains-in-doldrums-but-buoyed-by-summer-events.aspxAccording to the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (RTT), the state of retailing was not quite as bad as in quarter two as it had predicted it would be back in April. Tue, 31 Jul 2012 08:32:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Reformation-of-the-banking-sector-has-entered-a-new-chapter-says-KPMG.aspxThe reformation of the banking sector has entered a new chapter as banks must rebuild shattered trust and confidence, redefine culture and behaviour, rein in costs and focus on core businesses, says a new report from KPMGMon, 30 Jul 2012 07:21:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Sale-of-Peters-Bakery-saves-208-jobs.aspxMark Firmin and Howard Smith of KPMG, joint administrators of Peters Bakery, announced today that they have sold the business to Coopland & Son (Scarborough) Ltd (trading as Cooplands) in a deal which safeguards a total of 208 jobsMon, 30 Jul 2012 12:21:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Survival-of-the-fittest-for-European-refineries-warns-research-from-KPMG.aspxCost issues, operational performance, environmental legislation and ageing assets are the biggest challenges for European refineries according to a poll of 190 industry insidersFri, 27 Jul 2012 12:37:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Insurers-need-to-boost-the-Solvency-II-know-how-of-their-boards-says-KPMG.aspxThe majority of firms are not currently doing enough to bring their boards up to a suitable level of Solvency II understanding, jeopardising their opportunity to gain a competitive advantage and their ability to ensure regulatory compliance.Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:18:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Infrastructure-Financing-UK-Guarantees-scheme-could-be-a-game-changer-says-KPMG.aspxThe announcement of UK Government guarantees for up to £40bn of infrastructure projects could be a game-changer for infrastructure financingWed, 16 Jan 2013 17:59:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/€15-trillion-of-non-performing-loans-now-sitting-on-European-bank-balance-sheets-according-to-KPMG-report.aspxThe predicted wave of non-performing loan portfolio disposals by European banks has not materialised, according to debt sales specialists at KPMG. Wed, 25 Jul 2012 08:35:58 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Q2-GDP-figures-July-2012-Plan-B-anybody-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on today’s preliminary second quarter UK GDP figures released by the Office of National Statistics, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidWed, 25 Jul 2012 10:07:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-Samuel-Cooke-Co-and-Company-Fuel-Cards-Limited.aspxPaul Flint and Brian Green from KPMG’s Restructuring practice have been appointed joint administrators to two Burnley-based businesses, Samuel Cooke & Co and Company Fuel Cards Limited.Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:59:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Value-NHS-staff-before-they-walk-says-KPMG.aspxAndrew Hine, UK head of public healthcare at KPMG, argues that the NHS must view its staff as more than a cost on the balance sheet, or risk creating a demotivated workforce suffering from increased absence levels and resignations. Mon, 23 Jul 2012 07:53:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-predicted-to-be-rare-bright-MA-spot-in-gloomy-global-market-according-to-KPMGs-Global-MA-Predictor.aspxThe largest companies around the world, in almost all sectors, are anticipated to return to profit growth and are driving down debt, which is creating substantial capacity for M&A activity, according to KPMG’s bi-annual ‘Global M&A Predictor’Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:24:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Suspending-Sunday-trading-is-mixed-news-for-business-says-KPMG.aspxAs retailers prepare for the temporary suspension of Sunday Trading Laws between 22 July and 9 September, Mona Bitar, partner in KPMG’s Operations Strategy Group, comments:Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:05:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-staff-raise-over-£80,000-for-Barnardos-in-July.aspxStaff from KPMG have raised over £80,000 in July, including taking part in two gruelling sporting challenges, as they head towards the end of their partnership with staff selected charity Barnardo’s.Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:23:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Infrastructure-Investment-The-Government’s-new-boldness-is-helpful-but-is-it-enough.aspxUK Government guarantees for up to £40bn of infrastructure projects was a bold move to revive the construction industry and the economyWed, 30 Jan 2013 11:55:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Global-organisations-unaware-of-their-online-risk-exposure.aspxMany global organisations can do a lot more to protect their private data and reduce exposure to attacks by hackers, according to KPMGThu, 19 Jul 2012 07:46:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Smaller-businesses-risk-missing-out-on-valuable-Patent-Box-10-per-cent-tax-rate-says-KPMG.aspxSmaller businesses risk missing out on a valuable tax break because they fear that the financial and administrative cost of claiming will be prohibitively high, warns KPMG in the UK.Thu, 19 Jul 2012 08:11:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-Service-Provider-Performance-and-Satisfaction-Study-July-2012.aspxA study of 630 ‘client-provider’ contracts worth £14 billion suggests that whilst many clients are happy to recommend their IT service provider, a significant proportion remain unsatisfied or indifferent to the support they pay for.Thu, 19 Jul 2012 07:17:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MF-Global-UK-special-administrators-to-return-54m-of-client-assets.aspxThe High Court approval of the MF Global UK asset distribution plan means the special administrators can begin returning around £54m of client assetsMon, 01 Oct 2012 13:59:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/GPs-in-danger-of-losing-their-voice-says-KPMG.aspxResponding to a report, published today, which reveals that GPs make up fewer than half the places on new clinical commissioning groups (CCGs), Gary Belfield, partner in KPMG’s Healthcare consultancy team, commentsWed, 18 Jul 2012 14:21:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Infrastructure-Investment-Plans-Bold-response-to-the-crisis-facing-UK-infrastructure-financing-says-KPMG.aspxRichard Threlfall, KPMG’s UK Head for Infrastructure, Building and Construction, comments on today’s announcement by the Government to underwrite £50bn of investment in infrastructure and exports in order to boost growthWed, 18 Jul 2012 09:18:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/DWP-could-be-missing-a-major-opportunity-by-not-backing-aggregator-scheme-for-small-pension-pot-transfers-says-KPMG.aspxGurmukh Hayre, UK head of DC pensions at KPMG, comments on the Department of Work and Pension’s response to the consultation on small pension potsMon, 08 Oct 2012 10:01:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-Naylor-Walkden-Limited.aspxPaul Flint and Brian Green from KPMG’s Restructuring team in Manchester were appointed Joint Administrators of Chorley-based Naylor & Walkden Limited on 12 July 2012.Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:45:39 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Tom-Brown-as-global-head-of-investment-management.aspxKPMG has appointed Tom Brown, currently European head and deputy global head of investment management, to lead the global investment management practice from 1 October 2012Mon, 16 Jul 2012 08:45:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-investment-in-rail-on-the-right-track-but-expect-a-long-haul-journey-says-KPMG.aspxThe government’s announcement to drive more than £9 billion of growth-boosting upgrades across the UK railway network is good news for the economy, rail passengers and the environment.Tue, 17 Jul 2012 09:37:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Delay-to-RTI-unlikely-despite-recommendation-of-All-Party-Parliamentary-Taxation-Group-says-KPMG.aspxCommenting on today’s white paper from the All-Party Parliamentary Taxation GroupWed, 16 Jan 2013 17:08:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-appointment-for-KPMGs-Global-Healthcare-Team.aspxKPMG today announces the appointment of Malcolm Lowe Lauri in its Global Centre of Excellence in Healthcare. Wed, 11 Jul 2012 09:04:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Jo-Bateson-of-KPMG.aspxJo Bateson, tax director in KPMG’s Private Client Advisory practice, has been named in Management Today’s prestigious ‘35 women under 35’ list. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 08:45:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Holisticvision’fortheprovisionoffuturepostalservicesneeded,saysKPMGreport.aspxGovernments and regulators urgently need to address the issue of declining postal volumes and changing patterns of communication...Tue, 10 Jul 2012 11:39:58 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-June-2012-Jubilee-saves-June-for-retailers.aspxUK retail sales values were up 1.4% on a like-for-like basis from June 2011, when they were down 0.6% on a year ago.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:30:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Ashley-Steel-of-KPMG-named-in-World-Pride-Power-List.aspxAshley Steel, vice chairman at KPMG and Global Chair for Transport, has been named in the inaugural World Pride Power List – a list of the 100 most influential LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) peopleWed, 27 Mar 2013 13:46:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-reaches-the-outsourcing-summit.aspxKPMG’s member firms have moved up to the top spot, leading this year’s rankings of the world’s best outsourcing advisors Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:35:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Malware-Monday-is-big-business-next.aspxCommenting on reports that computer users across the globe face internet ‘downtime’ on Monday 9th July because of malware infections, Stephen Bonner, a partner within KPMG’s Information protection and Business Resilience team saysMon, 09 Jul 2012 06:59:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-July-2012.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultanciesMon, 09 Jul 2012 07:15:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/The-Shard-symbol-of-confidence-in-London-says-KPMG.aspxCommenting on the official inauguration of The Shard in London today, Stephen Barter, Director from KPMG’s Real Estate practice said Thu, 05 Jul 2012 12:39:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MPC-Interest-Rate-Decision-July-2012-More-QE-is-a-no-brainer-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on today’s decision from the Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee to maintain the Bank Rate at 0.5 percent and to increase the asset purchase programme by £50 billion to £375 billionThu, 05 Jul 2012 10:45:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-staff-get-on-their-bikes-for-Barnardos.aspxStaff from KPMG are attempting a gruelling 2,600 kilometre bike ride from Athens to London to help raise over £40,000 for Barnardo‘s.Wed, 04 Jul 2012 09:41:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Silo-mentality-puts-supply-chain-at-risk-says-KPMG.aspxUK organisations are leaving too much to chance and ignoring recent business disasters, in the mistaken belief that their supply chain is immune to failureWed, 04 Jul 2012 09:19:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Robust-data-is-key-to-public-service-delivery-says-KPMG.aspxResponding to the publication of the Policy Exchange ‘big data opportunity’ report, Iain Gravestock, a partner within KPMG’s IT Advisory practice, said:Wed, 04 Jul 2012 09:07:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/You-View-launch.aspxDavid Elms, Head of Media at KPMG, comments on today’s launch of streaming service YouViewWed, 04 Jul 2012 15:16:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/CIPD-and-KPMG-partner-to-launch-online-guide-to-pensions-auto-enrolment.aspxCIPD and KPMG have come together to launch an online guide to auto-enrolment. Mon, 10 Sep 2012 11:52:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/construction-downturn-hits-two-half-year-low.aspxRichard Threlfall comments on Markit/CIPS UK construction Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) which sees the sharpest drop in construction output for two-and-a-half yearsTue, 03 Jul 2012 12:54:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Fraud-Barometer-July-2012.aspxThe extent of fraud perpetrated by management and employees has been exposed after a rapid decline in fraud super cases coming to court during the first six months of 2012.Mon, 09 Jul 2012 09:21:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/AdministratorsappointedtoNorbainGroupLimited.aspxWill Wright and Colin Haig of KPMG were appointed joint administrators of Norbain Group Limited and its UK subsidiaries on 29 June 2012. Tue, 03 Jul 2012 13:27:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-Sandsfield-Heat-Power-Limited.aspxPaul Flint and Brian Green from KPMG Restructuring were appointed Joint Administrators of Sandsfield Heat & Power Limited (“Sandsfield”) on 25 June 2012.Tue, 03 Jul 2012 13:16:18 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-in-premier-league-for-quality-infrastructure-despite-economic-gloom.aspxThe KPMG Infrastructure 100 global league table of innovative infrastructure projects places the United Kingdom in the top tierThu, 10 Jan 2013 13:12:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Leisure-Market-UK-consumers-have-become-professional-bargain-and-discount-hunters-says-KPMG.aspxUK leisure businesses are facing a tough summer as many consumers continue to tighten their belts due to the uncertain economic outlookWed, 16 Jan 2013 18:30:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mf-global-estimated-outcomes.aspxThe special administrators of MF Global UK have published an illustrative financial outcome range of potential returns for the combined estates of the clients and creditors of MF Global UKFri, 29 Jun 2012 10:40:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/hilary-thomas-first-women-award.aspxProfessor Hilary Thomas, partner in KPMG’s Public Sector Healthcare Advisory practice, has won a prestigious First Women awardFri, 29 Jun 2012 10:29:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/South-London-Health-care-NHS-Trust-may-be-put-in-to-special-administration.aspxCommenting on the announcement that the South London Healthcare NHS Trust may be put into special administration, Richard Fleming, UK Head of Restructuring at KPMG, said: Tue, 26 Jun 2012 13:55:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Put-power-back-in-the-hands-of-patients-says-KPMG.aspxPatients regain control of their lives as tele-health removes dependency on hospital and surgery visitsFri, 22 Jun 2012 08:37:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Promotions-spree-sees-the-tills-ring-once-again.aspxDavid McCorquodale, European Head of Retail at KPMG comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsThu, 21 Jun 2012 11:42:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-called-into-Shropshire-based-Nesscliffe-Services.aspxRichard Philpott and Mark Orton from KPMG were appointed administrators to Nesscliffe Services on 15 June 2012.Thu, 21 Jun 2012 13:57:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Improved-employment-figures-should-be-welcomed-with-caution-says-KPMG.aspxBernard Brown, partner and head of business services at KPMG, has reacted to the publication – this morning – of the latest employment figures. He saysWed, 20 Jun 2012 08:57:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Increase-in-private-sector-employment-can-compensate-for-decline-in-public-sector-says-KPMG.aspxAlan Downey, partner and head of public sector at KPMG, has reacted to the publication – today – of the latest employment figuresWed, 20 Jun 2012 11:38:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Fitness-First-creditors-approve-CVA.aspxThe Fitness First creditors have today voted through the company voluntary arrangement (CVA) proposal, which restructures the leases of the company’s property portfolioWed, 20 Jun 2012 12:11:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Healthcare-isnt-sustainable-says-KPMG.aspxAs politicians and business leaders head towards the Rio+20 Summit, Andrew Hine, partner and UK Head of Healthcare at KPMG, argues that the NHS has a huge role to play developing the green economy and tackling climate Wed, 20 Jun 2012 07:20:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Data-arms-race-has-already-been-lost-says-KPMG.aspxUK businesses are spending so much time gathering customer and competitive data that they risk losing sight of the information that can genuinely build market share as they try to survive continued economic uncertaintyWed, 20 Jun 2012 07:34:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Chinese-MiddleEastern-and-Australian-companies-increasingly-concerned-by-Eurozone-crisis-as-local-business-suffers.aspxFactories closing in China as export market damaged by weak European demand and rising costsWed, 20 Jun 2012 07:51:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MPC-Minutes-June-2012-Nothing-standing-in-the-way-of-a-resumption-of-QE-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on today’s Monetary Policy Committee minutes, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidWed, 20 Jun 2012 11:50:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/London-Business-Optimism-Up,-But-Eurozone-Concerns-Drag-Down-Recruitment-and-Investment-CBI-KPMG.aspxLondon businesses are more optimistic than six months ago about the prospects for the economy and for their own companies, but anxiety about the Eurozone crisis is curbing hiring and investment plans. Tue, 19 Jun 2012 07:35:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Acquires-BrainNet.aspxKPMG AG has agreed to acquire consulting firm BrainNet Supply Management Group, which specialises in procurement consulting and supply chain management (SCM)Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:10:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Partner-to-strengthen-financial-services-Forensic-team.aspxKPMG Forensic has appointed Rachel Sexton as a Partner in its UK Financial Services practice. Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:13:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Releases-Essential-Business-Guide-to-Rio-+20.aspxAs governments around the world prepare to meet for the United Nations Rio+20 Earth Summit, KPMG today released a roadmap report to help businesses understand the central themes from the Summit and its potential impactsFri, 15 Jun 2012 09:10:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/More-closures-predicted-as-European-refinery-industry-faces-uncertain-future.aspxMore European oil refineries could have to close, with only the leaner, more efficient plants having any chance of survival, according to a report by KPMG.Tue, 10 Jul 2012 14:10:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/QuestionsremaindespitethelongawaitedbankingreformWhitePaper,saysKPMG.aspxClear that reform will happen but key details for banks remain to be determinedThu, 14 Jun 2012 15:12:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/RTI“BeforelookingatpenaltiesforgettingRTIwrong,lookattheissuesaroundgettingitright,”saysKPMG.aspxCommenting on HMRC’s consultation document and associated press release issued today on compliance and penalties, Steve Wade, director and leader of the RTI project at KPMG in the UK, said:Thu, 14 Jun 2012 15:52:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Proposed-General-Anti-Abuse-Rule-on-tax.aspxTaxpayers entering into any planning at all will have a “sword of Damocles” hanging over their head, says KPMGTue, 12 Jun 2012 14:47:58 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-Modest-rise-in-permanent-placements-during-May.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultanciesTue, 12 Jun 2012 07:36:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Appointed-Administrator-to-Peters-Bakery.aspxNorth East bakery retailer and wholesaler Peters Cathedral Bakers Limited - trading as Peters Bakery - has appointed Mark Firmin and Howard Smith of KPMG as joint administratorsTue, 12 Jun 2012 14:17:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/future-chocolate-bars-smaller-sweeter-healthier.aspxThe global chocolate market remains robustly defiant & is predicted to grow by an average of 2 per cent a year for the next five yearsWed, 16 Jan 2013 17:44:39 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Growth-in-use-of-shared-service-centres-outpaces-traditional-outsourcing-as-economy-falters–says-KPMG.aspxOrganisations are continuing to expand the services they outsource, according to KPMG’s latest global surveyMon, 11 Jun 2012 06:58:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Euro-crisis-to-hit-European-airline-industry,-says-KPMG.aspxJames Stamp, partner at KPMG’s transport advisory group, comments on the IATA's industry outlook for 2012Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:57:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-turnaround-investors-’firepower-hits-£8bn.aspxUK’s wealthy individuals increasingly looking to invest in business rescueMon, 11 Jun 2012 07:18:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Supply-chain-risk-remains-key-focus-for-manufacturers.aspxOver a third (37 per cent) of manufacturers in Europe* are continuing to focus on the risk, reliability and flexibility in their supply chain – which remains one of their biggest challenges – according to KPMG’s 2012 Global Manufacturing OutlookThu, 07 Jun 2012 08:34:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MPC-Interest-Rate-Decision-June-2012-Lack-of-stimulus-“surprising”-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on today’s decision from the Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee to maintain the Bank Rate at 0.5 percent and to maintain the asset purchase programme at £325 billion, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidThu, 07 Jun 2012 11:41:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-bolsters-company-turnaround-practice-with-four-senior-appointments.aspxIn response to huge demand from companies for assistance in underperforming and distressed situations, KPMG has appointed one partner and three directors to its restructuring team.Thu, 07 Jun 2012 12:20:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-May-2012.aspxUK retail sales values were up 1.3% on a like-for-like basis from May 2011, when they were down 2.1% on a year ago.Thu, 07 Jun 2012 06:59:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Richard-Fleming-as-UK-Head-of-Advisory.aspxRichard Fleming, UK Head of Transactions & Restructuring, has been appointed UK Head of AdvisoryTue, 23 Oct 2012 10:14:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/financial-adviser-regulations-investor-retirement-plans.aspxRegulatory initiatives designed to protect consumers could drive some advisers to play it too safe with their clients.Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:37:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/EU-Cookie-Law-deadline-is-largely-ignored-by-UK-institutions,-despite-risk-of-being-fined.aspxanalysis from KPMG has found that 80% of major UK organisations are still not compliant with the EU Directive on Privacy & Electronic CommunicationsWed, 16 Jan 2013 17:38:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/AsEurocrisisdeepens,USexpectedtoleadmanufacturing’sreturntohigh-margingrowth,accordingtoKPMG’s2012GlobalManufacturingOutloo.aspxAccording to KPMG’s 2012 Global Manufacturing Outlook, 40 percent of the global manufacturing leaders believe that the US will account for the majority of sales and profits growth for manufacturers over the next two years.Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:16:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/AdministratorsofB3IndustriesLimitedUpdate.aspxThe administrators of B3 Industries Limited, Colin Haig, Paul Flint and Allan Graham from KPMG Restructuring, have announced that they have been appointed joint administrators to the company’s Leeds-based subsidiary, Tri-wire Limited.Fri, 01 Jun 2012 10:15:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/eurozone-woes-put-50bn-on-UK-pension-deficits.aspxFalling bond yields in May increase pension liabilities by £35bn and market falls wipe £15bn off pension scheme assetsWed, 24 Oct 2012 13:21:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/FitnessFirstannouncesCVAproposal.aspxCommenting on the company voluntary arrangement (CVA) proposal in today's announcement by Fitness First, Richard Fleming, UK Head of Restructuring at KPMG and proposed 'supervisor' of the CVA, said:Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:35:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Roguebehaviourcan’tjustbeblamedonindividuals,saysKPMG.aspxAs rogue traders continue to make headlines, KPMG’s Head of Risk Consulting, Karen Briggs, addressed an audience of senior executives debating the impact that rogue behaviour can have on the bottom line.Fri, 01 Jun 2012 10:26:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MF-Global-six-month-progress-report.aspxThe special administrators of MF Global UK have published a six month progress report on activity to date, in accordance with statutory requirements.Thu, 31 May 2012 07:14:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Government-change-of-heart-on-charity-tax-welcomed-by-KPMG.aspxResponding to news today that the government no longer plans to limit tax relief on charitable donations, Chris Morgan, head of tax policy at KPMG in the UK, said:Thu, 31 May 2012 14:21:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Eurozone-crisis-fails-to-dampen-North-West-spirits.aspxMore than half of the North West’s business leaders are confident in their own company’s outlook for 2012, despite the gloomy economic environment, according to KPMG’s ‘Business Instinct’ poll of the region’s larger companies.Thu, 31 May 2012 07:18:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-welcomes-Alan-Milburn’s-update-progress-report-on-social-mobility-in-the-professions.aspxCommenting on Alan Milburn’s update report on access to the professions, Marianne Fallon, Head of Corporate Affairs at KPMG, said:Wed, 30 May 2012 12:24:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-man-takes-the-helm-at-KPMG-in-Milton-Keynes.aspxKPMG in Milton Keynes has announced the appointment of Mark Matthewman as the new Senior Partner for the officeTue, 29 May 2012 11:30:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Rethink-on-VAT-treatment-of-hot-takeaway-food-and-static-caravans-welcomed-by-KPMG.aspxResponding to news today that the government plans to amend the so-called “pasty-tax” and “caravan-tax” proposals, Chris Morgan, head of tax policy at KPMG in the UK, saidTue, 29 May 2012 11:38:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administration-of-B3-Industries-Limited-Update.aspxColin Haig, Paul Flint and Allan Graham from KPMG Restructuring have been appointed joint administrators to two subsidiaries of B3 Industries LimitedTue, 29 May 2012 11:53:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Future-of-retail-banks-in-the-balance,-if-banks-fail-to-heed-customer-sentiment,-says-KPMG.aspxThe future of the high street bank is under the spotlight once again, as customers voice deep levels of dissatisfaction with the service they receiveFri, 31 May 2013 12:27:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-new-head-of-Anti-Bribery-and-Corruption.aspxKPMG have appointed Charlie Patrick as their new head of Anti-Bribery and CorruptionMon, 28 May 2012 09:55:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Some-British-high-streets-may-simply-not-survive,-says-KPMG.aspxThe Government has revealed the names of the 12 towns that have secured a share of £1.2million funding in the first round of the Portas Pilots schemeMon, 28 May 2012 07:19:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/TheGrowthFactoryInvestmentintonewtransportandenergyinfrastructureneededtokickstartgrowth,saysKPMG.aspxRichard Threlfall, UK Head of Building, Infrastructure and Construction comments on the “Growth Factory” report which explores ideas to create growthThu, 10 Jan 2013 14:14:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/TheGrowthFactoryRobustindustrialpolicyneededtohelpUKmanufacturingsectorstayattheforefrontofinnovationandtobolsterUKeconomy,.aspxJohn Leech, UK head of automotive at KPMG, comments on ‘The Growth Factory’ proposal; a report which was published today and explores 30 ideas to re-balance our economy and create growth: Thu, 24 May 2012 14:55:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ProposalstochangetaxrulesforPersonalServiceCompaniesaimedatgovernmentdepartmentscouldhitprivatesectoremployers,saysKPMG.aspxCommenting on today’s consultation document on the taxation of controlling persons issued by HMRC and HM Treasury, tax partner and head of employment tax for KPMG in the UK, Jayne Vaughan said:Thu, 24 May 2012 13:52:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UKgrowthdependentoninternationaltalent,saysKPMG.aspxFollowing today’s publication of ‘The Growth Factory’, a report exploring ways to rebalance the economy and backed by some high profile MPs, Anna Marie Detert, director in KPMG’s People and Change advisory team, comments:Thu, 24 May 2012 13:31:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/taxpayers-supreme-court-victory.aspxTaxpayers in the Franked Investment income (“FII”) Group Litigation today won in the UK Supreme Court in the latest round of this long-running litigation. Thu, 24 May 2012 08:07:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/CorporatecustomersensuremPaymentsgrabbanks’attention.aspxData, published today by KPMG’s Payments Team, reveals that corporate customers are adding their voice to calls for more advanced mobile payments solutions.Wed, 23 May 2012 10:54:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/businesses-ill-prepared-for-eurozone-breakup.aspxSpecialists at KPMG have warned that more than 75% of businesses they have spoken with are failing to consider the full repercussions of serious disruption in the Eurozone. Wed, 23 May 2012 08:01:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/institutional-investors-spur-hedge-funds.aspxThe post-2008 influx of institutional money into hedge funds has resulted in a marked increase in the global industry’s operational sophistication and transparency to investors, according to a new report by KPMGTue, 22 May 2012 09:45:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/april-2012- inflation-figures.aspxKPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith comments on the Office of National Statistics’ April 2012 Consumer Price IndicesTue, 22 May 2012 09:09:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Moving-the-NHS-online-is-just-what-the-doctor-ordered,’-says-KPMG.aspxCommenting on the publication, earlier today, of the Government’s NHS Information Strategy, Andrew Hine, partner and UK head of public healthcare at KPMG, welcomes the decision to offer many healthcare services online.Mon, 21 May 2012 14:18:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-synchronised-taekwondo-world-record.aspxOffice workers at KPMG became martial arts world record setters, in the largest ever synchronised taekwondo routineThu, 30 Aug 2012 12:54:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-car-production-export-demand-bolstered-by-cost-competitiveness,-says-KPMG.aspxUK manufacturing continues to buck the economic trend as the SMMT figures for April show that there were 11.8 % more cars built in the UK so far this year than in the same period last yearThu, 17 May 2012 11:09:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/National-Fraud-Initiative-Report–comment-from-KPMG.aspxFollowing publication of The National Fraud Initiative’s 2012 report, earlier today, Alan Downey, partner and head of public sector at KPMG comments on the measures needed to reduce public sector fraud. Wed, 16 May 2012 13:34:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Some-good-news-amidst-continued-economic-uncertainty,-says-KPMG.aspxReacting to the news, today, that unemployment has fallen by 45,000 between January and March, Bernard Brown, Partner and Head of Business Services at KPMG, saysWed, 16 May 2012 08:00:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/pre-pack-compliance-review-welcomed-but-corporate-priorities-need-reassessing.aspxRichard Fleming, UK Head of Restructuring at KPMG, Comments on the ongoing review of ‘pre-pack’ administrationsTue, 18 Dec 2012 13:54:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Outsourcing-contracts-increase,-but-clients-demand-a-new-level-of-value.aspxClaudio Altini, director within KPMG’s shared services and outsourcing advisory practice, suggested that the desire to reduce costs or shrink headcount is no longer the driving force behind business decisions to outsource key operationsMon, 14 May 2012 12:02:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Turn-to-tech-and-telecoms-to-reduce-pressure-on-nurses,-says-KPMG.aspxIn the wake of research published at the RCN Congress, Andrew Hine, partner and UK head of public healthcare at KPMG, comments on the need to bring technology to the heart of community healthcare to improve patient care and support the needs of nurses.Mon, 14 May 2012 14:41:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-awards-ACA-training-contract-to-BPP.aspxKPMG LLP announces that it has awarded BPP Professional Education the contract to deliver the firm’s national ACA training programme, commencing in autumn 2013Mon, 14 May 2012 13:23:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Chris-Hearld-appointed-as-KPMG’s-new-Leeds-office-senior-partner.aspxKPMG announces that audit partner Chris Hearld is its new office senior partner in Leeds.Mon, 14 May 2012 13:10:18 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-in-the-uk-announces-new-leadership-team.aspxFollowing the election of Simon Collins to succeed John Griffith-Jones as UK Chairman and Senior Partner from 1 October, KPMG in the UK today announces its new leadership team.Fri, 11 May 2012 10:17:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MPC-Interest-rate-decision-May-2012-“A-pause,-but-QE-to-resume-sooner-rather-than-later”,-says-KPMG-chief-economist.aspxCommenting on today’s decision from the Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee to maintain the Bank Rate at 0.5% and to maintain the asset purchase programme at £325 billion, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, saidThu, 10 May 2012 10:47:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MF-Global-UK-special-administration-update-$1bn-non-segregated-assets-recovered.aspxThe special administrators of MF Global UK have today confirmed that they have now recovered over $1bn of non-segregated funds. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 14:47:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-April-2012.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultancies. Wed, 09 May 2012 07:13:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Renewables-set-to-defy-MA-downturn.aspxPrivate equity and infrastructure funds are preparing to fly in the face of the downturn and kick-start an increase in deal activity in the renewable energy sector over the next 18 monthsThu, 10 May 2012 08:16:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Personal-insolvency-debt-relief-orders-up-16,-individual-voluntary-arrangements-up-8-but-bankruptcy-down-27.aspxThe first quarter figures for 2012, released by the Insolvency Service today, confirmed that 28,723 people went into Bankruptcy, entered into an Individual Voluntary Arrangement (‘IVA’) or a Debt Relief Order (‘DRO’) between January and March 2012Fri, 04 May 2012 14:34:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-new-car-sales-buck-the-trend,-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, UK head of KPMG’s automotive practice, comments on the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) car registration figures which show that new car registrations rose 3.3% in April to 142,322 units.Fri, 04 May 2012 09:06:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Worldspreads-special-administrators-publish-first-creditors’-report.aspxThe special administrators of Worldspreads have today published the first creditors’ report, in accordance with their statutory obligations. Fri, 04 May 2012 22:05:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/High-street-administration-appointments-jump-180,-driving-nearly-20-increase-in-administrations-overall.aspxThe latest statistics from the Insolvency Service show a massive increase in the number of retailers which went into administration in the first quarter of 2012, compared with the fourth quarter of 2011. Tue, 08 May 2012 08:44:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/greater-transparency-required-in-shipping-sector.aspxGlobal ship financing is undergoing its biggest transformation for decades as sector stakeholders seek new forms of ship financingTue, 16 Oct 2012 12:05:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-David-Ellis-to-head-up-its-Reward-Practice.aspxKPMG has appointed David Ellis, formerly head of Human Capital at BDO, as a partner to lead its UK Reward Practice.Thu, 03 May 2012 09:47:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/LDI-asset-in-flows-stagnate-as-record-low-yields-deter-use-of-LDI,-despite-KPMG-survey.aspxLatest research issued by KPMG Investment Advisory shows UK Liability Driven Investment (LDI) assets under management have increased 28 percent Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:21:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Constructionoutputandnewworkupbuttreadwithcaution,saysKPMG.aspxThe Markit/CIPS Construction Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) eased to 55.8 from the previous month's 21-month high of 56.7, still well above the 50 level which separates growth from contraction and beating forecasts for a fall to 54.0.Wed, 02 May 2012 09:27:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Despiterecessionaryfears,UKmanufacturingsectorsubduedbutnotlifeless,sayKPMG.aspxThe Markit/CIPS Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) dropped to 50.5 in April from a downwardly revised 51.9 in MarchTue, 01 May 2012 11:52:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/HMRCextendscopeof“SeniorAccountingOfficer”taxsystemssign-offrules,saysKPMG.aspxHMRC extending scope of “Senior Accounting Officer” rules to banks and insurance companiesTue, 01 May 2012 11:59:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Pensions-Regulator-statement-on-pension-scheme-funding-“No-olive-branch”-to-employers-or-trustees-says-KPMG.aspxCommenting on the Pensions Regulator’s statement today on pension scheme funding, KPMG Pensions Partner, Mike Smedley, saidFri, 27 Apr 2012 10:48:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-infrastructure-shared-incentive-needed-to-reduce-cost,-says-KPMG.aspxStuart Westgate, director at KPMG, comments on the government’s announcement to reduce cost in UK infrastructure projects by 2015: Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:36:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Health-of-UK-retail-will-worsen-to-record-levels.aspxFollowing its quarterly meeting in April 2012, the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (RTT) is reporting an even bleaker outlook for UK retailers, with the health of the industry expected to worsen to record levels before any signs of recovery.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:50:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Avoid-trap-of-over-analysis-to-benefit-from-‘Big-Data’-,says-KPMG.aspxOrganisations need to avoid over-analysing the data on their doorstep if they are going to reap the true benefits of ‘big data’Mon, 04 Feb 2013 14:20:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-wins-Information-Security-Consultancy-of-the-Year-at-SC-Awards.aspxKPMG Europe LLP’s Information Protection and Business Resilience practice was awarded the Information Security Consultancy of the Year by SC Magazine, following the ceremony which was held in London last nightWed, 25 Apr 2012 12:43:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ONS-Q1-UK-GDP-Figures“-Double-dip-official,-as-current-slump-lasts-longer-than-1930s-recession,-”says-KPMG-chief-economist.aspxCommenting on the Office for National Statistics’ preliminary estimate of UK Gross Domestic Product in the first quarter of 2012, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, said:Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:36:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Hedge-funds-outperformed-equities-bonds-and-commodities-since-1994.aspxHedge funds significantly outperformed traditional asset classes such as equities, bonds and commodities over the last 17 yearsMon, 08 Oct 2012 09:48:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/High-street-banks-inability-to-exploit-data-leaves-customer-experience-wanting.aspxFewer than 1 in 10 respondents to a survey conducted by KPMG believe that banks are effectively mining their customer data, resulting in a mismatch between customer needs and product offerings. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:08:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-calls-for-cuts-in-Government-departments-come-as-no-surprise-,-says-KPMG.aspxAlan Downey, partner and head of KPMG’s public sector practice, comments on calls from Danny Alexander, Chief Secretary to the Treasury, for Government departments to set aside an additional 5 percent of their budget to help meet austerity measures. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:16:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MF-Global-UK-special-administration-update-20th-April-2012.aspxThe joint special administrators of MF Global UK have today provided an update to clients on a number of current issues Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:32:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-recognised-for-ground-breaking-solutions-as-firm-wins-2-awards.aspxhas been recognised with 2 awards by the Management Consultancies Association (MCA) in the annual ceremony which recognises and celebrates excellence in management consultancy.Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:56:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Improved-sales-figures-are-not-indicative-of-a-change-in-fortune-for-UK-retailers,-warns-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsFri, 20 Apr 2012 13:30:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-KPMG-Head-of-Local-Regional-Government;-Kru-Desai.aspxKPMG has appointed Kru Desai to lead its local and regional government practice.Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:27:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/COFFER-Peach-Business-tracker-Eating-out-chains-see-benefit-of-warm-march.aspxPub and restaurant groups saw a modest bounce-back in food and drink sales during March, after a shaky start to 2012Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:35:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-March 2012.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) & KPMG Report on Jobs provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market Mon, 04 Feb 2013 08:25:24 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/risk-still-climbing-up-ceos-agenda.aspxKPMG research has found that changes to business models or operations, growth and people management, were each regarded by COEs as potentially increasing their risk profileFri, 20 Apr 2012 15:02:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Long-way-to-go-for-UK-institutions-with-majority-yet-to-comply-with-EU-Cookie-Law.aspxWith less than 50 days to go until a major new EU law comes into force governing website cookiesFri, 20 Apr 2012 08:35:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Global-M-A-activity-in-Transport-Logistics-sector-likely-to-increase-this-year,-says-KPMG.aspx2012 looks poised to be a year for renewed global activity in the Transport & Logistics sector, according to an analysis by advisory firm KPMG. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 15:10:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Car-sector-buoyant-in-buyers’-market,-says-KPMG.aspxGraham Smith, global head of automotive and diversified industrials, comments on the SMMT car registration figures:Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:56:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Thomson-Aero-sold-to-MB-Aerospace.aspxWill Wright, Andy McGill and Mark Orton of KPMG, joint administrators of Thomson Aero. Limited, announced today that they have sold the business to MB Aerospace Limited. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:59:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Smart-phone-and-tablet-popularity-brings-maturity-to-mobile-payment-marketplace’-says-KPMG.aspxGlobal m-payment transactions are expected to reach a value of £591 billion by 2015, according to a report by KPMGMon, 01 Oct 2012 09:40:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Going-back-to-the-future-is-a-thing-of-the-past’,-says-KPMG.aspxEddie Short, partner and head of business intelligence, argues that companies are spending too long looking at the past, in the hope it gives an insight into their future.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:30:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/OrdersupbutUKconstructionsectorstillonshakyground,saysKPMG.aspxRichard Lyle, director in KPMG’s infrastructure, building and construction practice, comments on the Markit/CIPS construction Purchasing Managers' Index which rose to 56.7 from February's 54.3. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:42:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Manufacturers finally get their act together as they learn valuable lesson in cash management, says KPMG survey.aspxManufacturers finally get their act together as they learn valuable lesson in cash management, says KPMG surveyMon, 02 Apr 2012 13:40:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/CFOs-shift-their-focus-in-response-to-recession.aspxThe role of in-house finance teams is under the microscope again as CFOs look to expand their level of influence and encourage innovation and growthMon, 02 Apr 2012 08:53:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BritishManufacturingfaringwell.aspxThe Markit/CIPS Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose to 52.1 in March from an upwardly revised 51.5 in February – hitting the highest level since May 2011. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:13:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Businesses-falling-short-on-VAT-management-practices,-says-KPMG-survey.aspxDespite the shift to indirect tax globally, a new survey released by KPMG International shows that, simply put, businesses are not keeping paceFri, 30 Mar 2012 13:11:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Tech-savvy-Baby-Boomers-drive-demand-for-electronic-health-systems.aspxPatient expectations and the demand for quicker service will drive a change towards eHealth programmes across the NHS and private-care sectors, according to a report published today by KPMG and Manchester Business School. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:05:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Short-term-fixes-fail-to-tackle-the-wider-challenges-facing-the-UK-High-Street,-warns-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of UK Retail at KPMG commented today on the Government's response to the Mary Portas ReviewFri, 30 Mar 2012 11:39:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Worldspreads-special-administration-update-final-client-statements-issued.aspxThe special administrators of Worldspreads Limited have today issued all clients with their final statements. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:08:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-urges-IASB-to-maintain-a-sharp-focus-on-insurance.aspxAn-insurance-standard-is-urgently-needed-in-2013Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:28:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmgs-year-end-tax-list.aspxAs the tax year ends on April 5 2012 approaches, the private client team at KPMG in the UK has put together a checklist of tax issues to consider covering income tax...Fri, 15 Jun 2012 07:27:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/73bn-fraud-figure-highlights-extent-of-threat.aspxHitesh Patel, KPMG Forensic Partner, comments on the Annual Fraud Indicator Report, which fiound that fraudsters are costing the UK an estimated £73 billion a yearThu, 29 Mar 2012 09:16:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Health-services-can-do-even-more-to-help-sustainability’,-says-KPMG.aspxIn the wake of ongoing debate prompted by ‘Climate Week’, Andrew Hine, Partner and UK Head of Healthcare at KPMG, comments on the opportunity health services have to help global sustainabilityTue, 27 Mar 2012 07:07:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-welcomes-simplification-of-the-Carbon-Reduction-Commitment-(“CRC”)-Energy-Efficiency-Scheme.aspxSimplification proposals should reduce the administrative burden around the CRC without significant losses of CO2 emissionsMon, 28 Jan 2013 15:09:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mcommerce-revenue-leakage-fraud.aspxTelecom operators worldwide expect revenue leakage to increase and almost half believe the increase will be significantThu, 30 Aug 2012 12:13:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-retailers-rise-to-the-Portas-challenge.aspxThe deadline for towns to bid for a share of £1 million to help them boost their local High Street runs out this weekTue, 27 Mar 2012 11:33:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-leads-the-way-for-business-cost-competitiveness-in-the-mature-markets.aspxThe UK has been ranked as the lowest cost destination in which to do business amongst established markets, according to research out this week by KPMG International.Mon, 06 Aug 2012 11:54:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Key-Solvency-II-milestone-reached-today-as-Omnibus-2-gets-stamp-of-approval.aspxOmnibus 2 - which amends Solvency II in a number of key areas including its implementation date and inclusion of transitional arrangements - has successfully passed today’s milestone vote by ECONThu, 22 Mar 2012 14:55:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/hope-more-airport-capacity-south-east.aspxDr. Ashley Steel, KPMG’s global chair for transport comments: “At long last pressure from business and lobby groups appears to be weakening the government’s previous resolve to oppose airport capacity in the South East.” Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:26:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-50-percent-remains-middle-earners-children.aspxThe Chancellor removed the ‘cliff edge’ in withdrawing child benefit in today’s Budget - but smoothing its withdrawal for those with incomes over £50,000 has left some anomalies between single earning and multiple earning households, according to KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:35:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-anti-avoidance-rule-faces-early-test.aspxProtecting tax revenues by tackling artificial avoidance is clearly a priority for the government, says Chris Morgan, head of tax policy, at KPMG in the UK.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:33:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-anti-avoidanc-uncertainty-cloud-on-horizon.aspxIn what was a broadly supportive Budget for the SME community in the UK, there could be a grey area around anti-avoidance measures, says David Bywater, Tax Partner at KPMG in the UK.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:09:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-bank-levy-up-fourth-time.aspxCommenting on today’s announcement that the bank levy will increase from 0.088 % of banks’ balance sheets to 0.105%, Tom Aston, financial services tax partner at KPMG commented:Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:28:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-boost-virtual-city-infrastructure.aspxKru Desai, KPMG’s head of Local and Regional Government, comments on the Chancellor’s announcement that ten cities will receive investment in ultrafast broadband and wireless access.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:43:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-budget-family-businesses.aspxThe headline grabber was of course the reduction in the top rate of personal tax to 45% from April next year, says Gary Deans, UK Head of Family Business.Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:03:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-carbon-reduction-commitment-scheme.aspxToday’s announcement risks creating greater uncertainty amongst businesses, but in reality it’s nothing new, says Wielgus lead CRC advisor at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:48:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-chancellor-lifts-the-mood.aspxMalcolm Edge, UK Head of National Markets said "SMEs in the UK would have wanted to have seen three things from the announcement today, how to improve competitiveness, how to de-cluter leglislation and how to stimulate growth.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:51:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-chancellor-open-britain-manufacturers.aspxOne of the biggest challenges for manufacturers recently has been the availability of funds to sustain and drive their business, so the announcement of a £20 billion loan guarantee scheme is welcome news, says Stephen Cooper, partner at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:39:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-company-car-fuel-benefits-review-fleets.aspxWithin the fine detail of the Budget, further updates were announced to the longstanding benefit of company cars and private fuel provision, says Matthew Hunnybun, Tax Partner at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:49:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-entrepreneur-set-back.aspxThe Chancellor’s announcement on interest relief will come as a blow for some UK entrepreneurs, according to David Kilshaw, tax partner at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:26:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-equity-reward-review-increase.aspxWe welcome the proposed increase of the individual limits for the tax-efficient Enterprise Management, says Matthew Hunnybun, Tax Partner at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:04:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-final-salary-pension-schemes-state-improvements.aspxWhile today’s Budget was relatively quiet from a pensions point of view, there was nevertheless confirmation of more bad news for open final salary pension schemes.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:34:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-hmrc-consult-penalties.aspxReal Time Information (“RTI”) payroll reporting is being phased in on a trial basis from April 2012, with all employers required to comply on a phased entry basis from April to October 2013.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:50:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-inheritance-tax-stalk-chelsea.aspxIt is likely that the stamp duty charges outlined in today’s Budget (15% on properties over £2 million bought via a company) will hit the high end London property market says David Kilshaw, tax partner at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:23:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-limited-relief-uk-businesses.aspxToday’s Budget will both help and hinder distressed businesses in the UK, says Brian Green, Advisory Partner at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:26:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-personal-service-companies-brought-into-sharper-focus.aspxEmployment status is currently high on HMRC’s agenda. Employers should be aware of their obligations to ensure they correctly categorise employees and self employed individuals, says Matthew Hunnybun, Tax Partner at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:39:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-sdlt-crackdown-will-not-deter-homebuyers.aspxThe so called ‘mansions tax’ is unlikely to have a huge impact beyond affecting price negotiations, says Gordon Keenay, deputy head of KPMG’s Stamp Taxes Group.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:10:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-sunday-trading-fails-to-address-lack-of-cash-available.aspxThe temporary relaxation to Sunday trading laws risks presenting more challenges than opportunities to businesses during the Olympics, says Helen Dickinson, Head of UK Retail at KPMG.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:38:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-tax-relief-boost-for-creative-industries.aspxLucy Parry, Media Tax Specialist at KPMG says "This is a welcome boost for the UK creative industries. It will hopefully prevent large budget British TV productions like Titanic and The Tudors being filmed abroad where tax breaks are more generous."Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:07:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-trehortens-odds-uk-tax-collection.aspxDavid Prestwich, Head of Tax for Transport and Leisure at KPMG says "At the moment most UK gambling spend is placed with offshore groups and the move to a consumption tax is a neat way of bringing that spend under the visibility of the UK treasury."Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:59:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-uk-firmly-open-for-business.aspxThe Chancellor has confirmed his intention, as announced in the Autumn Statement, to introduce an Above the Line (“ATL”) Credit for qualifying Research & Development expenditure for large companies.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:04:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2012-will-we-become-nation-of-business-owners.aspxThe Chancellor did help to create a more attractive and settled tax landscape for the SME sector with corporate tax rates falling faster than anticipated, says David Bywater, Tax Partner.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:53:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/reduced-chance-doom-slightly-less-gloom.aspxStripping away the bells and whistles, this budget may appeal to some supply-side economists but is essentially neutral and has done nothing to fundamentally change the outlook.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:25:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Sahara-trek-to-raise-£150,000-for-Barnardo's.aspxDaring KPMG staff are swapping their offices for the breathtaking Sahara desert to raise vital funds for Barnardo’s, the UK’s largest children’s charity- and are on track to raise an amazing £150,000 for the cause. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:34:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Special-administrators-appointed-to-Worldspreads-Limited.aspxUpon the application of the directors the High Court appointed Jane Moriarty and Samantha Bewick of KPMG as joint special administrators of Worldspreads Ltd, a UK based spread betting businessMon, 19 Mar 2012 08:59:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Doubts-over-future-profitability-at-UK-banks.aspxKPMG’s UK Banks: Performance Benchmarking Report highlights how profitability at the UK’s largest banks has suffered at the hands of the Eurozone crisis and the significant costs associated with PPI, the bank levy and regulatory requirementsMon, 19 Mar 2012 08:37:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Car-production-continues-to-lead-manufacturing-recovery-,-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, head of automotive at KPMG, comments on the SMMT car production figures:Thu, 15 Mar 2012 12:28:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/HMRC-announces-online-traders-are-its-next-target.aspxKPMG warns today that HMRC has launched a campaign targeting people who sell goods and services online for profit.Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:39:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Technology-companies-data-privacy-security.aspxTechnology companies in Europe and the Middle East regard data privacy and security as a back office requirementThu, 30 Aug 2012 12:24:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMGpublishesPeacockscreditors’report.aspxPoundland, Poundworld and Iceland snap up 30 closed storesWed, 14 Mar 2012 16:26:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Youth-unemployment-is-major-fear-for-business-but-regions-offer-glimmer-of-hope,-says-KPMG.aspxReacting to the news, today, that unemployment has risen by 28,000 in the three months to January, Bernard Brown, Partner and Head of Business Services at KPMG, saysWed, 14 Mar 2012 11:09:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Coffer-Peach-Business-Tracker-Feb-2012.aspxBritain’s leading pub and restaurant groups are reporting tough trading conditions at the start of 2012 – with collective like-for-like sales down 3.7% in February, following a 2.1% fall in January. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:37:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/“Dynamic-de-risking”-is-really-“delayed-de-risking”-It-is-often-neither-dynamic-nor-risk-reducing,-says-KPMG.aspx“Wait and see” approach of many trustees to plan for de-risking when conditions improve does nothing to manage their risk today, according to KPMG paper, “Is delayed de-risking the right strategy? Seven things you should know.”Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:25:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Costs,-cash-and-the-customer-remain-top-of-the-agenda.aspxCosts, cash and the customer remain at the top of retailers’ agendas for 2012, according to KPMG’s Succeeding in a Changing World Business Leaders Survey.Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:05:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Healthcare-workers-list-cost-efficiency-drives-ahead-of-reacting-to-regulations-as-key-to-success.aspxA new survey by KPMG has uncovered that healthcare professionals view their number one priority as changing business operations to drive down costTue, 13 Mar 2012 08:19:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-announces-new-UK-Chairman-Senior-Partner.aspxKPMG has announced that Simon Collins will become its new UK Chairman and Senior Partner. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:32:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Forensic-appoints-new-Director.aspxKPMG is pleased to announce the appointment of James Siswick as a Director within its Financial Services Forensic team. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:29:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Tax-breaks-for-investment-in-this-year’s-budget-could-provide-a-small-fillip-to-the-UK-economy,-says-KPMG.aspxMeasures in this month’s budget could make certain types of investment in UK businesses more attractive from a tax perspectiveThu, 10 Jan 2013 14:27:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/report-on-jobs-permanent-placements-nine-month-high.aspxThe REC/KPMG Report on Jobs shows growth of permanent staff placements was recorded for the second month running in February, and at the strongest pace since last May.Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:37:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-awarded-three-Audit-Commission-Contracts.aspxCommenting on the Audit Commission’s announcement in respect of the award of audit contracts for five years from the 2012/13 financial year, Mike McDonagh, Head of Public Sector Audit at KPMG, saidTue, 06 Mar 2012 14:44:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Flat-start-for-car-market-but-auto-industry-still-upbeat-about-future,-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, UK Head of Automotive at KPMG, comments on the SMMT new car registration figures for FebruaryTue, 06 Mar 2012 10:09:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMGRetailSalesMonitorFebruary2012.aspxBRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor February 2012Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:59:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Final-Solvency-II-proposals-could-directly-impact-the-UK-pensions-market-and-wider-macro-economy,-warns-KPMG-report.aspxA KPMG report, Evolving Insurance Regulation, highlights concerns that the final Solvency II proposals could negatively affect the pensions market and wider economy in some European countries.Mon, 05 Mar 2012 09:00:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Stephen-Barter-as-chairman-of-real-estate-advisory.aspxKPMG has appointed Stephen Barter as chairman of its real estate advisory practice. Stephen was previously UK CEO of Qatari Diar, part of the Qatar Investment Authority, and has held senior roles at Grosvenor and Richard Ellis (now CBRE).Mon, 05 Mar 2012 16:18:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Public-sector-leaders-show-signs-of-embracing-change.aspxMore public, than private, sector leaders are willing to change business operations to deliver cost efficiencies, according to KPMG. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:40:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Investment-management-industry-bullish-about-growth-opportunities,-says-KPMG-report.aspxCompared with other industries, including banking and insurance, investment managers are bullish about growth opportunities according to KPMG’s Succeeding in a Changing World reportThu, 01 Mar 2012 09:32:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Long-lease-property-funds-to-dominate-in-2012,-growing-by-at-least-£1bn-says-KPMG.aspx2012 is set to be the year in which “long lease” property funds go mainstream as pension funds look for certainty over future rental streams, according to KPMG in the UK.Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:33:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Supreme-Court-Lehman-judgment-MF-Global-UK-implications.aspxCommenting on today’s Supreme Court judgment on the Lehman case and its implications on the MF Global UK segregated client pool, Richard Heis, joint special administrator and restructuring partner at KPMG, said:Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:05:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Skies-start-to-look-brighter,-says-KPMG.aspxDr. Ashley Steel, KPMG’s global chair for aviation comments on today’s IAG full year resultsWed, 29 Feb 2012 12:08:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/People-really-do-matter,-as-HR-issues-hit-top-5-concerns-for-business-leaders.aspxA new survey by KPMG reveals that the economic downturn has elevated ‘people matters’ to the top 5 concerns for business leaders across EuropeThu, 17 Jan 2013 11:21:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Administrators-Appointed-to-McNulty-Offshore.aspxMcNulty Group Holdings and its subsidiaries, McNulty Offshore Construction Ltd and Consafe Engineering Services Ltd, appointed Mark Firmin and Howard Smith of KPMG’s restructuring practice as joint administrators on 24th of February 2012Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:53:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Ingredients-for-economic-growth-begin-to-emerge,-says-KPMG.aspxOrganisations across the globe have identified some of the key drivers they believe will stimulate economic performance, according to data collated by KPMGTue, 28 Feb 2012 09:33:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/major-business-model-change-top-priority-for-media-company-executives.aspx43% of European and Middle Eastern media companies say preparing their organization for “major business model change” is their top business priorityMon, 01 Oct 2012 09:31:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/HMRC-new-tax-evasion-task-forces.aspxDerek Scott, director of Tax Investigations at KPMG, comments on HMRC's announcement of thirty new tax evasion task forcesMon, 10 Sep 2012 12:00:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Log-on-for-better-customer-service-as-complaints-proliferate-online,-says-KPMG.aspxKPMG is urging consumer-facing businesses to give greater attention to social media following the release of UK Customer Satisfaction Index Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:38:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Sale-of-Peacocks-to-Edinburgh-Woollen-Mill-secures-6,000-jobs.aspxRichard Fleming, Chris Laverty, Ed Boyle and Joff Pope of KPMG, joint administrators of Peacocks, have today announced the sale of the business to Edinburgh Woollen Mill.Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:35:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Tax-authorities-reach-for-the-Cloud-for-revenues,-says-KPMG.aspxThe growth in the use of Cloud services to replace traditional IT service provision presents significant challenges to both taxpayers and tax authorities, according to KPMG in the UKWed, 22 Feb 2012 11:05:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-head-at-the-helm-of-KPMG’s-UK-Automotive-practice-firm-appoints-John-Leech.aspxKPMG has appointed John Leech as UK Head of its Automotive practiceTue, 21 Feb 2012 12:55:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-named-best-Islamic-finance-adviser-by-Euromoney.aspxKPMG takes top prize in the Islamic finance awards for an unprecedented 5th year in a row Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:34:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Business-continues-to-cut-costs-as-recession-hits-Europe.aspxA survey of leading executives across Europe and the Middle East has shown that businesses are continuing to cut costs and focus on efficiencies Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:34:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Get-your-wires-crossed-to-take-pressure-off-front-line-NHS-staff’,-says-KPMG.aspxof the publication of the latest NHS Hospital and Community Health Service workforce statistics, later today, Andrew Hine, Partner and UK Head of Public Healthcare at KPMG, comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:50:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-and-US-least-worst-global-MA-markets-in-2012.aspxKPMG International’s latest Global M&A Predictor shows that the first six months of 2012, and beyond, are likely to be tough for M&A.Mon, 01 Oct 2012 12:31:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Carmakers-to-lead-UK-economy-back-into-growth,-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, Partner in KPMG’s Automotive practice comments on the SMMT car production figuresThu, 16 Feb 2012 10:29:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/No-low-FATCA-diet-for-UK-insurance-groups,-say-KPMG.aspxUK insurers’ hopes that they may have been excluded from the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) regime have been dashed by last week’s release of proposed regulations from the IRS.Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:09:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Sustainability-“Megaforces”-Impact-on-Business-Will-Accelerate.aspxKPMG has identified 10 “megaforces” that will significantly affect corporate growth globally over the next two decades. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:11:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/post-festive-hangover-for-UK-pubs-restaurants.aspxLeading UK pub and restaurant groups saw collective like-for-like sales fall 2.1% in January against the same month last year Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:38:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Mobile-technology-will-decide-who-wins-battle-on-the-high-street,-says-global-KPMG-survey.aspxRetailers and consumer goods companies say mobile technology will be the key driver to maximize sales over the next two years aheadWed, 16 Jan 2013 18:55:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/manufacturers-retailers-increase-focus-on-risk-management.aspxConsumer Markets companies are showing greater appetite for risk reviews, as finance leaders and their boards meet more frequently to discuss the key risks according to KPMG’s latest global CFO Consumer Markets surveyTue, 14 Feb 2012 12:19:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mf-global-uk-first-interim-distribution-payment.aspxThe joint special administrators of MF Global UK have confirmed that they started making interim distribution payments to those with agreed client money claims on Friday 10th February.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:52:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-signs-up-to-deal-with-the-Institute-for-Family-Businesses.aspxKPMG is pleased to announce it has entered into a strategic alliance with the Institute for Family Business (IFB). Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:37:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/interest-rate-more-qe-only-option.aspxKPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, comments on today’s decision from the Bank of England to maintain interest rates at 0.5% and increase the size of the Asset Purchase Programme by £50 billion to £325 billionThu, 09 Feb 2012 12:35:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/draft-irs-rulesc-ould-reduce-fatca-costs-by-10bn.aspxAdrian Harkin, global FATCA leader at KPMG, responds to the proposed FATCA regulations issued yesterday by the US Internal Revenue Services (IRS) Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:15:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-apprenticeship-opportunities-at-KPMG.aspxProfessional services firm KPMG is launching a new apprenticeship programme based in its Canary Wharf offices in London, within its Risk Consulting practice.Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:09:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-February-2012.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultancies. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:35:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Rising-university-costs-driving-changes-in-behaviour.aspxRising tuition fees and an uncertain jobs market are making higher education an increasingly serious business that is all about ensuring employability for the future, according to a survey by KPMG.Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:40:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Lifting-the-fog-on-fears-over-cloud.aspxMore than half of UK businesses are concerned about the safety of their data as cloud computing takes off but their fear is not preventing adoptionFri, 03 Feb 2012 08:27:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrations-flat-as-lenders-shun-formal-insolvency.aspxThe latest statistics from the Insolvency Service show a broadly flat quarter on quarter picture with insolvencies rising just 0.4 percent from the third to the fourth quarter last year. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:41:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Bankruptcy-figures-continue-to-fall,-however-as-the-political-and-economic-climate-hits-hard.aspxHigh unemployment and a rising cost of living may make it difficult for individuals to commit to existing payment arrangements with their creditorsMon, 11 Feb 2013 10:37:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Integrated-approach-to-healthcare-is-key-to-future-success-of-NHS,-says-KPMG.aspxthe wake of the Government tabling amendments to the Health and Social Care Bill and ahead of the Report Stage on 8th February, Andrew Hine, Partner and UK Head of Public Healthcare at KPMG, commentsFri, 03 Feb 2012 09:40:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Latest-UK-financial-reporting-proposals-“will-improve-financial-reporting-in-the-UK”,-says-KPMG.aspxKPMG in the UK welcomes the issue of the Accounting Standards Board’s (ASB’s) latest Financial Reporting Exposure Draft (FRED) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:22:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Manufacturing-outlook-Eurozone-crisis-draining-business-confidence,-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, head of KPMG’s automotive practice comments on the monthly Markit/CIPS UK manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI). Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:19:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-reviews-levels-of-government-support-in-Member-States.aspxThe European Commission’s proposal for an EU wide tax on financial transactions (FTT) has generated much public and political discussion since it was published on September 28, 2011. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:08:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/fraud-barometer-boom-time-for-fraudsters-as-austerity-bites.aspxThe total amount of fraud in 2011 topped £3.5 billion – a record year – according to KPMG’s Fraud Barometer, as Britons across the country continue to struggle with tough economic conditionsMon, 30 Jan 2012 09:01:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/global-construction-survey-2012.aspxKPMG’s Global Construction Survey finds that top global engineering and construction leaders expect the energy/power industry to offer the biggest opportunities for growth in 2012Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:13:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/social-media-widens-discussion-at-davos.aspxThe spread of social media at the Annual World Economic Forum 2012, in particular the use of Twitter, has extended the dialogue beyond the meeting rooms and corridors of Davos to the global community Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:38:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Data-privacy-who-knows-too-much-about-your-business.aspxDespite ‘big data’ increasing and identity fraud costing the UK £27 billion per year and affecting 1.8 million peopleThu, 26 Jan 2012 12:35:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Pre-packs-have-role-to-play-in-countrys-corporate-recovery,saysKPMG.aspxRichard Fleming, UK Head of Restructuring at KPMG, today welcomed the government's statement on proposed ‘pre-pack’ administration reform Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:25:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Peacocks-administration-update-strong-buyer-interest.aspxThe administrators of Peacocks have today provided an update on the sales process for the businessThu, 26 Jan 2012 12:05:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Q4-UK-GDP-Figures-Chancellor-to-rely-on-more-QE-in-face-of-flat-lining-economy,-says-KPMG-Chief-Economist.aspxCommenting on the 4th quarter UK GDP figures published today, KPMG Chief Economist, Andrew Smith, said:Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:04:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Running-the-risk–meeting-stakeholder-demand.aspxSpeaking at the Risk Congress in London, Giles Triffitt, director within KPMG’s Risk Consulting practice, focused on risk efficiency and the cost of risk managementWed, 25 Jan 2012 10:24:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-appointments-to-KPMG’s-UK-transfer-pricing-team.aspxKPMG has appointed Matt Whipp, formerly Head of Business Risk and Transfer Pricing at Diageo plc, as a Director in its UK Transfer Pricing practice. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:41:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Buyer-beware’-organisations-failure-to-use-their-purchasing-power-hits-economic-performance.aspxThe survey, based on the views of 585 senior purchasing professionals, explores levels of influence exerted by company buying functions, within their organisation. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:35:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/fatca-another-day-another-dollar.aspxThe U.S. Internal Revenue Services’ (IRS) delay in release of the proposed regulations for the Foreign Accounts Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) may drive up the costs of compliance programmes, warns KPMG.Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:34:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/media-entertainment-barometer-breakthrough-for-online-streaming.aspxStreamed TV is becoming more mainstream in the UK particularly among younger people, according to the latest KPMG Media & Entertainment BarometerMon, 23 Jan 2012 10:35:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-sells-Bonmarché-to-Sun-European-Partners.aspxAdministrators from KPMG were appointed to Bonmarché, the clothing retailer, on Friday 20th January. The administrators immediately sold 389 stores, and its headquarters, to Sun European PartnersMon, 23 Jan 2012 10:08:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-figures-don’t-tell-the-full-story,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National Statistics: Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:05:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Peacocks-administration-update-redundancies.aspxThe joint administrators of Peacocks have announced 249 redundancies at the head office Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:11:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-car-production-up,-a-trend-set-to-continue-in-2012,-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, partner in KPMG’s Automotive practice, comments on the SMMT car production figures:Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:08:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Declining-job-figures-pose-long-term-risk-to-performance.aspxBernard Brown, Partner and Head of Business Services at KPMG, reacts to the publication of the latest UK employment figuresWed, 18 Jan 2012 08:59:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-Peacock’s-Stores-Limited.aspxRichard Fleming, Chris Laverty, Ed Boyle and Joff Pope of KPMG have been appointed joint administrators to Peacock’s Stores Limited, Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:57:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Coffer-Peach-Business-Tracker-December.aspxBritain’s leading pub and restaurant groups enjoyed a major sales boost over Christmas and New Year. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 08:17:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Discounting-drive-has-knock-on-effect-on-inflation.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest UK inflation figures from the Office for National StatisticsTue, 17 Jan 2012 14:12:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Employee-ownership-is-key-to-success.aspxKPMG has welcomed suggestions that employers should offer ‘ownership’ as a way of incentivising staff, but suggests that altering business models is only one way to drive performance.Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:21:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-short-listed-for-seven-industry-awards.aspxKPMG is delighted to announce that it has been recognised for its efforts to protect businesses, build innovative programmes to improve organisational stability and help London gear up for the Olympics.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:52:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Past-Times-Enters-Administration.aspxHoward Smith, Mark Firmin and Joff Pope of KPMG’s Restructuring practice were appointed joint administrators to gift retailer Past Times on 16 January 2012.Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:24:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/RTT-decline-in-retail-health-continues.aspxThe KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank has concluded that the deterioration in retail health seen throughout 2011 continued in quarter 4.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:07:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/OFCOM-second-spectrum-consultation-significant-departure.aspxBenoit Reillier, Director in KPMG’s Economics & Regulation practice comments on OFCOM’s second spectrum consultation on the forthcoming spectrum auction Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:34:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/missing-the-self-assessment-deadline-could-be-very-expensive,-warns-KPMG.aspxWith HMRC bringing in new penalties for late submission of self-assessment tax returns, missing the deadline could prove very expensive, warns KPMG in the UK.Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:27:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Half-pension-schemes-believe-accounts-should-report-liabilities.aspxHalf of pension schemes believe their pension liabilities should form part of their annual accounts and be subject to audit, according to a KPMG surveyFri, 13 Jan 2012 12:55:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Interest-rate-decision-Jan-12.aspxKPMG Chief Economist Andrew Smith comments on the Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee’s decision to leave interest rates on hold Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:28:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-Dec-11.aspxRecruitment consultants signalled a drop in the number of people placed in permanent jobs for the third successive month in December. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:27:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-Sales-Monitor-Dec-11.aspxUK retail sales values were 2.2% higher on a like-for-like basis from December 2010, when sales had fallen 0.3%, hit by snow.Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:55:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MF-Global-UKadmin-update-100112.aspxThe Joint Special Administrators of MF Global UK Limited, have released an update following the creditors' meeting on the progress made in the special administration to date.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:51:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/saving-the-high-street-rtt.aspxFollowing the release of the Portas Review on the future of high streets in the UK late last year, the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (RTT) has warned that it is virtually impossible to halt the natural evolution of the retail sector.Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:12:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Europe-revenues-rise-to-Euro4589m.aspxKPMG Europe LLP reports that combined turnover grew by 13 percent to reach €4,589 million in the year to 30 September, 2011Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:31:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/La-Senza-UK-sale-saves-1100-jobs.aspxRichard Fleming, David Standish and Rob Croxen, restructuring partners at KPMG, were today appointed joint administrators to La Senza UK. Following their appointment they completed an agreement to sell part of the business to Alshaya UK LimitedMon, 09 Jan 2012 18:58:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-sells-Blacks-to-JD-Sports.aspxBrian Green, Richard Fleming and David Costley-Wood of KPMG were appointed joint administrators to Blacks Leisure Group today. On appointment, the administrators sold the business to JD SportsMon, 09 Jan 2012 15:21:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-strengthens-senior-DC-pensions-advisory-team.aspxKPMG has strengthened its specialist defined contributions (“DC”) pensions advisory team, with the appointment of Andy Seed as a director. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:40:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/global-automotive-exec-survey.aspxGlobal car manufacturers and IT companies are realising the car’s potential as a gateway to the internet, according to KPMG’s 13th Global Automotive Executive SurveyThu, 05 Jan 2012 16:01:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/2012.aspxAll press releases from KPMG in the UK during 2012Wed, 19 Sep 2012 09:12:08 GMT