http://www.kpmg.com/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&web=/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases&page=7d8bb360-461c-414d-8a65-ae5dc1401272&wp=305cc0d7-1d57-41a9-be3d-9b7f2a9ad8fcKPMG RSS FEED 201160http://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/2012-could-be-make-or-break-year-for-UK-tour-operators.aspxA number of UK travel companies and tour operators will struggle to survive in 2012 unless they radically change their business models and adapt to a fundamentally new market environment, says advisory firm KPMG.Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:45:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/social-media-rules-of-engagement-2012.aspxMark Guinibert, Customer & Channel Partner at KPMG, has outlined 3 key changes he believes UK organisations must adopt, if they are to boost performance in 2012.Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:20:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/RTT-2012-prospects.aspxThe New Year will fail to bring a rosier outlook for the UK’s struggling retailers, according to the KPMG/Synovate Retail Think Tank (RTT).Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:37:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Aviation-legal-challenge-to-EU-Emissions-Trading-Scheme-rejected.aspx“For aviation operators with flights departing and/or arriving in Europe, this will place a significant compliance burden with associated costsTue, 16 Oct 2012 12:15:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/fraud-scams-on-the-rise.aspxKPMG warns businesses to be extra vigilant over the festive season to avoid being scammed by bogus suppliers.Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:31:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/general-insurance-outlook-2012.aspxMark Winlow, UK head of general insurance at KPMG, gives his ‘new year outlook’ for the general insurance market. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:56:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-teams-up-with-National-Association-of-Primary-Care-to-provide-Governance-Guidance-for-GPs.aspxKPMG and the National Association of Primary Care (NAPC) are today publishing the first in a series of guides, designed to support doctors as they seek authorisation from the NHS Commissioning Board.Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:22:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-banking-has-reached-the-point-of-no-return.aspxCommenting on the Treasury’s endorsement of the Independent Commission on Banking (ICB) proposals, Jon Pain, UK head of financial services risk consulting at KPMG, saidTue, 20 Dec 2011 08:55:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/HMRC’s-Transfer-Pricing-Statistics-Yield-Up,-Time-taken-Down.aspxHMRC released today extensive statistics for the first time about transfer pricing enquiries, Advanced Pricing Agreements (APAs), and Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP).Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:02:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/counterfeiters-lure-christmas-shoppers-with-falling-prices.aspxCounterfeit products are more easily available and cheaper compared to four years ago, according to KPMG’s Counterfeit Christmas Index. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 09:37:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/emerging-markets-surge-ahead-in-social-media.aspxBusinesses in the UK, Germany and Canada are lagging behind their peers in the emerging markets when it comes to adopting and using social media. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:33:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/IASB-clarifies-offsetting-model.aspxThe International Accounting Standards Board today confirmed that it will retain its existing model for offsetting financial assets and liabilitiesFri, 16 Dec 2011 15:28:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mf-global-uk-admin-update-161211.aspxThe Joint Special Administrators of MF Global UK Limited, today release their latest administration update, which includes an update on positions closed and client and creditor claims forms received to date.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:49:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Shipping-Industry-Sector-is-becoming-more-transparent-but-still-lags-best-practice,-says-KPMG.aspxFinancial reporting in the shipping industry is improving but still lags best practice, according to a KPMG study into the reporting practices of the world’s biggest shipping companiesTue, 16 Oct 2012 12:16:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Car-export-market-approaches-all-time-high,-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, partner in KPMG’s automotive practice comments on the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders car production figuresThu, 15 Dec 2011 15:17:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Latest-employment-figures-offer-no-festive-cheer,-but-Government-measures-may-offer-new-hope,-says-KPMG.aspxReacting to the publication, today, of the latest UK employment figures, Bernard Brown, Partner and Head of Business Services at KPMG, says:Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:49:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Consumers-and-retailers-fairly-sanguine-as-UK-inflation-slows-down,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest UK inflation figures from the Office for National Statistics: Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:27:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Further-delays-to-Omnibus-II-will-stall-Solvency-II-progress-again,-says-KPMG.aspxAn update from the European Parliament this morning has revealed that Omnibus II has been further delayed with the European Parliament not due to vote on the final rules until April 2012. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:58:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Increasing-patient-care-can-save-NHS-money,-says-KPMG.aspxAs the health secretary, Andrew Lansley, unveils a new system to assess success in the health service based on the quality of care patients receive, KPMG Partner, Roberta Carter, commentsMon, 12 Dec 2011 08:49:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG’s-five-key-tax-issues-for-businesses-to-consider-before-year-end.aspxChristine Hewson, tax partner at KPMG in the UK, outlines 5 key tax issues that all groups should have considered prior to year endThu, 29 Dec 2011 12:44:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-reports-FY11-revenues-227bn.aspxKPMG today announced member firm combined revenues totaling $22.7 billion for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:40:24 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-new-Head-of-Internal-Audit-practice.aspxKPMG has appointed Paul Sawdon as UK Head of its Internal Audit practice. Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:22:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-November-2011.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour marketWed, 07 Dec 2011 09:46:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-car-sales-slow-down-but-dealers-remain-cautiously-optimistic,-says-KPMG.aspxJohn Leech, partner in KPMG’s automotive practice comments on November’s new car registration figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT): Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:50:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-welcomes-delay-to-residence-test.aspxHM Treasury has delays the implementation of a new statutory residence test until April 2013 – a year later than the original proposal of April 2012Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:09:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-November-2011.aspxUK retail sales values were 1.6% lower on a like-for-like basis from November 2010, when sales had risen 0.7%.Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:24:58 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Cautious-optimism’-for-business-in-UK-as-business-confidence-slumps-elsewhere.aspxKPMG’s latest Business Outlook survey offers a small crumb of optimism for business in the UKMon, 05 Dec 2011 13:54:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Fall-in-optimism-about-the-economy-and-business-prospects-among-london-firms--CBI-KPMG.aspxMore businesses now planning for Olympics, but concerns remain over transport and skillsMon, 05 Dec 2011 09:23:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-technology-is-rapidly-changing-lifestyles-and-commercial-landscape-around-the-globe,-finds-global-KPMG-report.aspxConsumers around the world are embracing new technology at a rapid pace, a fact that is changing lifestyles and the commercial landscape around the globe, according to KPMG’s latest Consumer & Convergence Report. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:04:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/spectrum-auctions-may-generate-e20bn.aspxEstimates of Spectrum auction revenues across Europe could be in the region of €20 billion between 2011 and 2015, according to KPMG’s Spectrum MonitorThu, 10 Jan 2013 15:17:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmg-wins-global-firm-award-2011.aspxKPMG has been named ‘Global Firm of the Year’ for the second year in a row at the British Accountancy Awards and picked up three other accoladesMon, 13 May 2013 10:33:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/global-export-markets-depress-uk-manufacturing.aspxJohn Leech, partner in KPMG’s automotive practice comments on the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data published todayThu, 01 Dec 2011 13:48:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/EU-proposals-on-the-audit-of-public-interest-entities.aspx“While the audit profession was not the cause of the financial crisis referenced in the EU’s Green Paper, KPMG supports new policies and ideas to improve audit relevance and quality in the context of wider regulatory reform.Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:40:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ExtremeweatherRetailersneed“betterforecastingandriskmodels”.aspxSome UK retailers blame poor or unexpected weather too often as a reason for poor performance figures, according to the latest White Paper from the KPMG/Synovate Retail Think TankMon, 05 Dec 2011 15:49:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mf-global-ukadministration-update-281111.aspxRichard Fleming, Richard Heis and Mike Pink of KPMG LLP, the Joint Special Administrators of MF Global UK Limited, have announced today a timeline for the return of client money and client assets.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:55:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-is-“open-for-business”-on-corporate-tax,-says-KPMG.aspxThe UK’s corporate tax competitiveness appears to have finally turned a corner, according to research commissioned by KPMG in the UK.Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:22:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Chris-Morgan-appointed-head-of-tax-policy-at-KPMG-in-the-UK.aspxChris Morgan has been appointed head of tax policy at KPMG in the UK, taking over from Anneli Collins who is now global head of M&A tax for KPMG in the UK.Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:56:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MF-Global-UK-administration-update-23-11-11.aspxRichard Fleming, Richard Heis and Mike Pink of KPMG LLP, the Special Administrators of MF Global UK Limited, announce today Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:57:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/uk-fiduciary-management-market-worth-40bn.aspxOver the past 5 years, the UK Fiduciary Management market has grown to now comprise over £40bn of assets, covering over 200 pension scheme mandates, and equating to around 4 percent of the total UK pension scheme assets under management.Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:36:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/gaar-tax-rule-welcome-but-work-in-progress.aspxChris Morgan, tax partner at KPMG in the UK, comments on HM Treasurys recommendation for the introduction of a General Anti Avoidance Rule (GAAR) Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:38:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmg-europe-appoints-head-of-people.aspxKPMG Europe LLP has appointed Tim Payne as Head of People across its member firms.Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:52:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/esma-industry-feedback-aifmd.aspxTom Brown, European head of investment management at KPMG, responds to the technical advice issued by the European Securities and Markets Authority on the Alternative Investment Fund Managers DirectiveFri, 18 Nov 2011 13:00:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mf-global-uk-administration-update-1.aspxKPMG has seen over 650,000 MF Global open positions closed since the UK business was placed into administration on Monday 31 October.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:59:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Head-of-Joint-Ventures.aspxKPMG has appointed Dr Marc van Grondelle as Head of its Joint Venture practice in the UK and Europe. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:31:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-partner-named-‘outsourcing-professional-of-the-year’.aspxShamus Rae, lead Partner in the Sourcing Advisory practice, KPMG in the UK, won the ‘outsourcing professional of the year’ award for 2011 at the eighth annual award ceremony of The National Outsourcing Association, which took place in London. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:07:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Global-rebalancing-of-corporate-versus-indirect-tax-continues-KPMG-International-Survey-shows.aspxGlobal rebalancing of corporate versus indirect tax continuesWed, 16 Jan 2013 17:51:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Inflation-marginally-down-but-consumer-spending-expected-to-stay-subdued-over-Christmas-trading,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest inflation figures from the Office for National Statistics: Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:39:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/IASB-and-FASB-issue-their-revised-proposal-for-revenue-recognition.aspxKPMG welcomed the second round of proposals on revenue issued today by the International Accounting Standards Board and the US Financial Accounting Standards Board. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:34:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-ranked-most-carbon-friendly-accountancy-firm.aspxKPMG in the UK was the highest ranked accountancy firm in the Environment Agency’s Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) league table published this week.Fri, 11 Nov 2011 15:32:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Solvency-II-benchmarking-survey-Life-insurers-on-track-but-still-under-pressure.aspxWhile UK life insurers are on track to meet Solvency II requirements they remain under considerable pressure, despite the 12 month implementation delay, primarily due to the lack of clarity about the final requirements.Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:56:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/universal-reshaping-of-local-government-in-response-to-austerity.aspxAusterity is triggering change on an unprecedented scale within local governmentTue, 18 Dec 2012 14:56:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-October-2011.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 Nov 2011 09:00:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Last-chance-for-insurers-to-raise-ORSA-questions-with-EIOPA.aspxConsultation paper released today sheds further light on SII requirements, however more clarity still needed.Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:53:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Further-Solvency-II-clarity-provided-by-release-of-package-of-guidance-on-reporting.aspxDanny Clark, insurance partner at KPMG, commented: “The release of today’s consultation paper package is a very positive move by EIOPA to get the industry engaged and drive the Solvency II debate forwardFri, 13 Jan 2012 15:54:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-October-2011.aspxThe BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor measures changes in the actual value (including VAT*) of retail sales, excluding automotive fuel. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:37:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Corporate-Responsibility-Reporting-Hits-All-time-High.aspxNearly every Global Fortune 250 (G250) company now reports its corporate responsibility activity, with the UK topping the global ranking according to the KPMG International Survey of Corporate Responsibility Reporting 2011Mon, 07 Nov 2011 10:24:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mf-global-uk-administration-update.aspxKPMG has seen over 650,000 MF Global open positions closed since the UK business was placed into administration on Monday 31 October.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:00:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Bankruptcies-fall-but-personal-insolvencies-likely-to-rise-as-squeeze-tightens,-says-KPMG.aspxInflationary pressures on household budgets mean debtors likely to breach repayment plans, warns KPMGFri, 04 Nov 2011 09:26:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/IAG-Lufthansa-deal-boost-for-UK-business-and-economy,-says-KPMG.aspxDr. Ashley Steel, KPMG’s global head of transport comments on IAG’s agreement to buy Lufthansa-owned Bmi:Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:21:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/mf-global-uk-special-administration-update.aspxThe joint administrators of MF Global UK have provided the following update on progress since their appointment on Monday 31st OctoberMon, 20 Feb 2012 14:01:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/cyberspace-conference-speeches-alone-not-enough.aspxMalcolm Marshall, head of KPMG’s information security and business resilience practice comments on the Conference on Cyberspace, being held in LondonWed, 29 Aug 2012 13:03:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/GDP-increasea-marginal-relief-expect-sluggish-recovery.aspxAndrew Smith, KPMG’s Chief Economist, comments on the UK’s 0.5pc third quarter growthTue, 01 Nov 2011 10:54:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Uncertainty-could-delay-investment-in-manufacturing-sector.aspxGlynn Bellamy, partner in KPMG’s manufacturing practice comments on the UK manufacturing PMI figures: Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:51:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-comments-on-the-Government’s-three-pronged-plan-to-revive-Britain’s-economy.aspxRichard Threlfall, KPMG’s UK head of infrastructure, building and construction, comments on the Government’s three-pronged plan to revive Britain’s economyMon, 31 Oct 2011 14:20:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-MF-Global-UK-Limited-and-MF-Global-UK-Services-Limited.aspxUpon the application of the directors of MF Global UK Limited, the High Court has today appointed Richard Fleming, Richard Heis and Mike Pink of KPMG LLP as joint special administrators of MF Global UK Limited, a UK based broker-dealer business. Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:02:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Ballooning-pension-deficits-pile-pressure-on-distressed-companies.aspxIf all UK defined benefit schemes had to have a mark-to-market funding valuation at 30 September, the aggregate deficit could be as much as £295bn Mon, 04 Feb 2013 14:37:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/asset-backed-pension-contributions-could-top-10bn-in-five-years.aspxAsset-backed financing for pension schemes (where a sponsoring employer uses business assets to generate cash which is then paid to the pension scheme) continues to growThu, 30 Aug 2012 13:19:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-new-Director-to-put-risk-strategy-on-boards’-agenda.aspxKPMG is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Evans as a Director in its Risk Consulting practice.Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:01:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmg-response-to-competition-commission-referral.aspxResponding to today’s announcement by the Office of Fair Trading that it is referring the market for the supply of statutory audit services to large companies in the UK to the Competition Commission, KPMG said:Fri, 21 Oct 2011 09:51:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-airports-lagging-further-behind-says-KPMG.aspxDr. Ashley Steel, KPMG’s global head for transport comments on Frankfurt Airport’s fourth runway: Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:22:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Implementation-of-MiFID-2-is-another-significant-challenge-for-the-industry.aspxCommenting on the European Commission’s proposals on the second Markets in Financial Instrument Directive (MiFID) released todayThu, 20 Oct 2011 13:36:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Head-of-Diversified-Industrials-practice.aspxKPMG has appointed Stephen Cooper as UK Head of its Diversified Industrials practice. Stephen is an audit partner and has been with the firm for 30 years. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:45:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Supreme-Court-dismisses-appeal-in-the-Gaines-Cooper-tax-residency-case.aspxKPMG's Mike Walker comments on the judgment from the Supreme Court on the long-running “Gaines-Cooper” tax residence caseThu, 10 Jan 2013 14:36:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-firms-lap-up-Central-and-Eastern-European-assets-in-hunt-for-growth.aspxIn a bid to escape sluggish economic conditions at home, UK firms have been on an M&A spending spree in Central and Eastern Europe according to KPMG’s latest ‘Emerging Markets International Acquisitions Tracker’ (EMIAT); Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:37:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-Appointed-to-Discover-Leisure-Plc-Sign-lease-Limited.aspxUK caravan and motorhome retailer, Discover Leisure Plc, and its trading subsidiary Signlease Ltd, have today appointed Mark Firmin and Paul Flint of KPMG as joint administrators.Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:10:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmg-launches-graduate-recruitment-system-fit-for-the-future.aspxKPMG has launched a new graduate recruitment process fit for the digital age which uses an advanced software application to take students into a simulation of a real office environment complete with a series of real-time tasks. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:39:58 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/green-shoots-of-recovery-in-construction-industry-withering.aspxThe latest construction output figures are yet more evidence that the green shoots of recovery are withering; particularly worrying is the near 25% fall in private industrial new work. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:51:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/pensioners-should-consider-pension-increase-exchange-offers-carefully.aspxIncreasing numbers of pensioners are receiving offers from their previous employer to change the form of their pension...Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:28:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Member-Firms-Exceed-Emission-Reduction-Target.aspxSuccess of KPMG’s Global Green Initiative demonstrates commitment to reducing environmental impact—further reduction targets announced Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:23:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/A-quarter-of-new-KPMG-partners-are-women.aspxKPMG in the UK has announced the appointment of 29 new partners and 88 new directors from within the firm. The promotions took effect from 1 October – KPMG’s new financial year.Mon, 10 Oct 2011 10:47:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-partner,-Jon-Exley,-joins-KPMG-Investment-Advisory.aspxJon Exley, previously a partner within Mercer’s specialist Financial Strategy Group, is to join the Investment Advisory practice at KPMG in the UK as a partner in November this year. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 10:28:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-Swiss-tax-agreement=increases-pressure-on-Swiss-banks,-says-KPMG.aspxCommenting on the significant tax agreement signed yesterday between Switzerland and the UK, Paul Harrison, tax partner and head of tax investigations at KPMG in the UK, said:Fri, 07 Oct 2011 09:46:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-predicts-wave-of-UK-bank-loan-portfolio-disposals.aspxThe market for portfolios of bank debt has officially thawed in the UK, according to the second Global Debt Sales report from KPMG’s Portfolio Solutions Group. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 07:27:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-boosts-its-European-investment-management-practice.aspxKPMG is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles Muller to its European investment management practice. Charles was previously the Deputy Director General of ALFI, the association of the Luxembourg fund industry.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 09:02:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/External-forces-are-shaking-up-the-UK-non-life-insurance-run-off-market.aspxKPMG’s annual ‘Run-off survey’ of UK non-life insurance, has shown that liabilities have reduced again in 2010 but at a slower pace than in the past.Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:44:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-round-of-QE-unlikely-to-be-the-last,-says-KPMG.aspxFollowing the MPC’s decision to embark on another round of quantitative easing, Andrew Smith, KPMG’s Chief Economist, commented:Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:25:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-Growth-of-staff-appointments-eases-further-in-September.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, 05 Oct 2011 08:41:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Double-whammy”-of-challenging-sales-growth-and-margin-pressure-hits-results,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, KPMG’s head of retail comments on today’s interim results by retailers Tesco and Sainsbury: Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:16:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Construction-industry-should-prepare-itself-for-slow-recovery,-says-KPMG.aspxRichard Threlfall, KPMG’s UK head of infrastructure, building and construction comments on the latest Markit/CIPS Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) dataTue, 04 Oct 2011 10:35:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-welcomes-the-FSA’s-clarification-on-Solvency-II,-however-more-details-needed.aspxKPMG today welcomed the FSA’s announcement that it has revised its assumed implementation dates for Solvency II in light of European discussions on Omnibus 2. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:38:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmg-strengthens-cio-advisory-capacity-through-acquisition-of-xantus.aspxKPMG announces the purchase of Xantus, one of the leading independent management consultancies in the UK specialising in IT advisory services. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:06:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Cloud-investment-to-sky-rocket-in-2012,-says-global-KPMG-report.aspxKPMG’s global cloud study “Clarity in the Cloud: the impact, opportunity and risk of cloud” canvassed 806 senior executives in 15 countriesWed, 16 Jan 2013 14:47:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Dramatic-drop-in-average-UK-PE-deal-size.aspxThird quarter management buyout activity has seen a dramatic drop in the average size of deals to £80m; compared with £140m in the second quarter of 2011 and comparable with the first quarter of 2009Fri, 30 Sep 2011 07:56:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-ranked-as-a-Top-10-Employer-for-Working-Families.aspxKPMG has been ranked as the only ‘Big 4’ professional services firm in the ‘Top 10 Employers for Working Families’ by the independent benchmarking and award organisation, Working Families. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 08:33:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/information-protection-business-resilience-partner.aspxKPMG is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Bonner as a Partner in KPMG’s Information Protection and Business Resilience business.Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:11:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Pensions-Auto-Enrolment-one-year-to-go.aspxWith just a year to go before auto enrolment becomes compulsory for large employers, KPMG is warning that businesses that have not already begun to plan for this major change need to take action fastFri, 30 Sep 2011 10:02:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-second-among-“World’s-Most-Attractive-Employers”.aspxKPMG, the global network of professional firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, has been ranked second for two years running on Universum’s 2011 index of “The World’s Most Attractive Employers”.Thu, 29 Sep 2011 10:02:18 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Global-Tax-Survey-UK-4th-highest-in-the-EU.aspxThe UK has the 4th highest top rate of personal income tax in the EU, according to the latest KPMG International Individual Income Tax and Social Security Rate Survey.Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:34:18 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Carbon-friendly-aircraft-to-bolster-UK-aerospace-and-engineering-suppliers,-says-KPMG.aspxGlynn Bellamy, Partner in KPMG’s Aerospace and Defence practice comments on Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner and its benefits to the UK supply chain: Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:42:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG’s-2011-Pensions-Repayment-Monitor.aspxDespite recent market volatility almost doubling UK FTSE 100 pension deficits to bring them to approximately £70 billion, the outlook for FTSE 100 companies on pensions is broadly positive, according to KPMG’s 2011 Pensions Repayment MonitorWed, 05 Oct 2011 12:49:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Omnibus-2-points-to-a-Solvency-II-implementation-date-of-1-January-2014,-says-KPMG.aspxThe European Council has now agreed a position on Omnibus 2 as detailed in the accompanying paper to the redraft issued late last week. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:34:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-wins-“Accountancy-Firm-of-the-Year”-for-the-second-time-in-three-years-at-the-STEP-Private-Client-Awards.aspxThe Private Client practice at KPMG in the UK has won “Accountancy Firm of the Year” at the prestigious STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners’) Awards held on 15 SeptemberMon, 26 Sep 2011 08:52:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/PFI-and-the-NHS.aspxRichard Threlfall, UK head for infrastructure, building and construction comments on the debate of whether NHS trusts are “at risk” from PFI costs:Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:14:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Pressure-builds-on-London-to-ensure-it-has-“efficient-and-effective”-hub-airport,-says-KPMG.aspxDr. Ashley Steel, KPMG’s global head for transport comments on the economic impact of “hub airports”: Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:24:39 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Thames-Clippers-continues-to-grow-with-new-KPMG-sponsorship.aspxThames Clippers announced today that KPMG, Europe’s foremost accountancy and professional services organisation, will have exclusive sponsorship rights to its expanding scheduled commuter service. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:48:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Green-light-to-boost-local-infrastructure-projects.aspxRichard Threlfall, KPMG’s UK head of infrastructure, building and construction comments on the Government’s announcement to earmark a GBP500m funding pool to help develop local infrastructure across the countryThu, 22 Sep 2011 12:52:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Infrastructure-antidote-to-austerity,-says-KPMG.aspxRichard Threlfall, KPMG’s UK head of infrastructure, building and construction comments ahead of Nick Clegg’s closing speech at today’s Lib Dem party conference:Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:40:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Foreign-investment-to-create-local-jobs.aspxThe announcement of a £400m investment in an engine plant near Wolverhampton, which is projected to create over 750 new jobs, is a huge vote of confidence by Tata in the Jaguar and Land Rover brands. Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:23:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/London-insurance-market-stands-firm-despite-year-of-catastrophes.aspx2011 will be remembered as an exceptional year for the insurance industry, with record losses in the catastrophe market and key players posting losses in their half-year statements. Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:23:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Top-line-growth-priority-for-manufacturers-worldwide,-according-to-KPMG’s-2011-Global-Manufacturing-Outlook.aspxLarge global manufacturers are setting their sights on top-line growth over the next two yearsThu, 10 Jan 2013 14:08:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-to-double-school-leaver-intake-in-2012.aspxKPMG is to double its school leaver intake in 2012, the firm announces today, following the successful launch of its new School Leaver Programme. Mon, 19 Sep 2011 09:28:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Anti-money-laundering-drops-down-boards’-agenda-in-wake-of-financial-crisis.aspxBoard level interest in anti-money laundering (‘AML’) is being squeezed by other priorities, according to KPMG’s Global AML survey 2011Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:30:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Coffer-Peach-Business-Tracker-August-2011-Eating-out-survives-impact-of-August-riots.aspxSpending in Britain’s leading pub and restaurant groups grew marginally in August 2011 despite the effects of the rioting that hit many parts of UK.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:13:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-launches-aeroinv-com.aspxThe joint administrators of Aero Inventory have announced today the launch of aeroinv.com, a multi-hundred-million dollar aircraft parts ecommerce business. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 06:57:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Westfield-Stratford-City-has-a-lot-to-live-up-to,-given-its-size-and-the-current-challenging-retail-environment,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, KPMG’s head of retail comments on the opening of Westfield Stratford City:Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:15:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/turnaround-practice-two-senior-hires.aspxKPMG has announced the appointment of Ann Davies and Lee Swinerd to its Turnaround and Cash team, within the Transactions & Restructuring practice.Mon, 12 Sep 2011 07:54:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/integrated-reporting-helps-businesses-access-capital.aspxIntegrated Reporting provides a potential new source of competitive advantage for business in the search for capital at a reasonable cost according to a new paper from KPMGMon, 12 Sep 2011 13:26:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ICB-recommendations-game-changing-for-banks.aspxThe ICB recommendations are only one small step short of full Glass-Steagal separation of retail and investment banking in calling for operational, economic and legal separationMon, 12 Sep 2011 10:05:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ICB-report-is-only-the-start-for-UK-banking-reform,-says-KPMG.aspxGiles Williams, head of KPMG’s Regulatory Centre of Excellence in Europe comments on the final report from the Independent Commission on Banking (ICB)Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:55:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Investment-In-Infrastructure-Would-Kick-Start-UK-Growth-New-CBI-KPMG-Survey.aspxThe Government must act now to attract vital new investment into the UK’s ageing infrastructure. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 07:16:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/European-Chemicals-Executives-Call-Market-Upturn-Despite-Global-Economic-Concerns.aspxEuropean chemical companies have called the end of the downturn in their market and are now on an aggressive growth drive Thu, 29 Sep 2011 19:07:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/report-on-jobs-august11.aspxModerate increases in permanent placements and temporary billings, weakest rise in permanent salaries for 22 monthsThu, 17 Jan 2013 11:28:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-car-registration-numbers-a-welcome-cheer-to-fluctuating-motor-industry.aspx“The rise in new car sales of 7.3% to almost 60,000 units in August is a welcome cheer but it is September’s plate-change figures that are the health barometer of the new car market. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:49:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Companies-shun-ecrime-insurance.aspxOver three quarters (78%) of UK IT security professionals do not have insurance, or do not know if their organisations are insured against e-crime legal costs.Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:00:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMGRetailSalesMonitorAugust2011-.aspxThe BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor measures changes in the actual value (including VAT*) of retail sales, excluding automotive fuel. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:31:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-building-societies-remain-resilient.aspxTwenty-five years after the Building Societies Act 1986 came into force the outlook for the UK’s building societies which remained mutual is still highly competitive.Tue, 30 Aug 2011 08:08:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-Swiss-tax-agreement.aspxPaul Harrison, Tax Partner and Head of Tax investigations at KPMG in the UK comments on the agreement between the UK and Swiss tax authorities:Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:30:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/IASB-proposals-for-investment-companies.aspxKPMG gave a qualified welcome to today’s proposed amendments to consolidation requirements issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.Tue, 06 Sep 2011 14:00:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/100-days-to-Durban.aspx20th August marks 100 days until the United Nations Conference on Climate Change in Durban, South Africa. Vincent Neate, who leads KPMG’s UK Climate Change & Sustainability practice, looks at what the challenges and achievements might beFri, 19 Aug 2011 07:59:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/successful-healthcare-mergers-survey.aspxHealthcare mergers can be a valuable tool to drive sustainable clinical and financial outcomes if performed in a structured and professional wayThu, 10 Jan 2013 14:43:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-banks-troubled-by-future-growth.aspxBanks face uncertainty over future growth streams and regulatory costs according to KPMG’s UK Banks Performance Benchmarking Report Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:59:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Enhanced-Transfer-Values-become-mainstream-for-pension-scheme-derisking,-says-KPMG-survey.aspx“Enhanced Transfer Value” (or “ETV”) exercises* have grown increasingly common as a tool for employers to manage their pension risks and their use is set to increase, according to a survey by the Pensions Team at KPMG in the UK.Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:26:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Coffer-Peach-Business-Tracker.aspxConsumer spending in pub and restaurant groups grew in July – showing that the British public is still prepared to go out to eat and drink. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:00:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Like-for-like-sales-obsolete.aspxThe retail industry must work together on creating a guide for compiling like-for-like sales figures, or risk the measurement becoming obsoleteTue, 02 Apr 2013 08:13:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Quarterly-CIPD-KPMG-survey-on-the-labour-market.aspxThe employment recovery is set to slow sharply, according to this summer’s Labour Market Outlook survey of over 1,000 employers from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and KPMG. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 06:58:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-LDI-Survey.aspxUK pension funds are choosing to spread their liability matching assets across a very small number of fund managers.Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:04:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/IRS-rules-that-US-non-doms-can-set-their-30000-remittance-against-their-US-tax-bill.aspxThe IRS has issued a Revenue Ruling confirming that US taxpayers can claim credit for the remittance basis chargeMon, 08 Oct 2012 09:15:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmg-ipsos-mori-survey-reveals-key-challenges-for-gps.aspxHalf of GPs in England are actively involved in commissioning decisions of their consortia and are taking steps to prepare for their role as commissioners, according to a survey by advisory firm KPMG and Ipsos Mori.Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:04:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/kpmg-comments-on-the-impact-of-uk-riots-on-insurance-industry.aspx“In many respects incidents such as these highlight the importance for general insurance to safeguard against unforeseen events. This will also serve as a reminder to consumers of the need to understand the fine print of their policies." Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:47:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Bank-of-England-Inflation-Report-Disappointing-Growth-More-QE.aspxIn response to the Bank of England’s August Inflation Report, which pointed to continued above target inflation but weaker growth, Andrew Smith, Chief Economist at KPMG in the UK said…Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:19:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Call-for-Action-Insurers-need-to-move-the-global-regulatory-debate-forward-says-KPMG.aspxThe insurance industry needs to engage more actively with policymakers regarding the future regulatory frameworkWed, 16 Jan 2013 14:38:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Lloyd’s-Register-Pension-Trustees-appoint-KPMG-as-investment-advisors-to-its-£650m-Superannuation-Fund.aspxKPMG’s UK Investment Advisory practice (“KPMG”) has been appointed as investment advisers to the Trustees of the Lloyd’s Register Superannuation Fund Association (“the Fund”).Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:16:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-July-2011-Action-needed-to-prevent-spending-paralysis.aspxRetailers report the value of their sales for the current period & the equivalent period a year ago. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:24:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG’s-Member-Firms-Set-to-Hire-75,000-Graduates.aspxKPMG to increase hiring targets to support global growth strategyMon, 08 Aug 2011 14:00:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-estimates-120,000-personal-insolvencies-a-year.aspxCosts of going bankrupt increasingly unaffordableFri, 05 Aug 2011 08:46:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Reasons-to-be-cheerful!-Corporate-insolvency-drops-11-on-previous-quarter-and-drops-65-from-Q4-2008-peak.aspxThe latest statistics from the Insolvency Service have shown a meaningful drop of 11% in the number of administrations for the second quarter of 2011Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:08:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-carregistration-numbers-continue-downhill-but-overall-market-propped-up-by-export-demand-from-India-and-China.aspxEarlier forecasts that car sales would end this year down by around 5% are starting look optimistic with the latest monthly figures showing the market is down by 6.7% year-to-date. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:19:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Cost-reduction-more-important-for-transport-companies-than-environment.aspxFor the vast majority of transport companies in Europe and the Middle East sustainability and environmental issues are currently less important business priorities, a survey from advisory firm KPMG has found.Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:26:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/New-business-models-to-benefit-from-legalisation-of-format-shifting.aspxKPMG’s Digital Media Specialist, Mark Harding comments on today’s announcement by Business Secretary Vince Cable to scrap plans to block websites that host copyright infringing materialWed, 03 Aug 2011 13:18:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Report-on-Jobs-July.aspxThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour marketFri, 11 Jan 2013 11:06:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/lack-of-cost-consciousness-threatens-uk-firms.aspxUK firms have failed to create a culture of cost consciousness within their organisations despite three years of cost-cutting and uncertainty – threatening to reverse the savings made during recessionMon, 03 Oct 2011 14:27:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/FSA-statement-on-platforms-and-RDR-leaves-a-lot-of-questions-unanswered,-says-KPMG.aspxResponding to yesterday’s FSA policy statement on platforms and the Retail Distribution Review (RDR)Tue, 02 Aug 2011 09:00:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-global-banking-report.aspxA KPMG report, entitled Bruised but not broken, predicts that global banking M&A activity will continue to be largely locally focused and big-ticket M&A transactions are unlikely to return for at least two years.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 11:56:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Med-Hotels-appeal-win-a-“key-decision”-for-the-travel-sector,-says-KPMG.aspxMed Hotels appeal win: a “key decision” for the travel sector, says KPMGMon, 01 Aug 2011 11:02:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Night-of-the-living-dead-zombie-companies-haunt-lenders.aspx‘Zombie’ companies – businesses with low or no profitability which are accordingly unable to generate sufficient cash flow to repay borrowings Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:04:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Office-of-Fair-Trading-announcement-on-UK-audit-market.aspxKPMG notes the provisional decision of the Office of Fair Trading to refer the market for statutory audit services to large companies to the Competition Commission. Fri, 29 Jul 2011 11:58:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-Retailis-firmly-back-in-recession.aspxThe state of retail health fell in quarter 2, sinking a further point to 84, as predicted during the RTT’s April meetingMon, 01 Oct 2012 12:07:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/economy-shows-sluggish-growth.aspxMalcolm Edge, UK head of markets at KPMG comments following publication of the UK GDP Preliminary figuresWed, 16 Jan 2013 17:28:42 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-announcesglobal-leadership-team.aspxMichael Andrew, Chairman-elect of KPMG International, has announced KPMG’s new leadership team.Mon, 25 Jul 2011 10:15:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Pensions-buy-ins-reach-£3bnl.aspxFavourable pricing conditions, increasing affordability and a fear that looming “Solvency II” regulations may make buy-ins more difficultThu, 17 Jan 2013 11:17:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/150-summer-interns.aspxKPMG welcomes 154 interns from across the UK to join its Vacation Programme this year. The paid internship scheme is designed to let university students discover more about KPMG and the work it undertakes for clients.Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:26:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-energy-policy-must-be-affordable.aspxEconomic fundamentals underpinning the UK energy policy are in need of review, according to a report published by KPMG and the Economic Policy Centre (‘EPC’).Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:41:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-MA-confidence-yo-yo.aspxConfidence in the UK deal market has taken a knock since the beginning of the year, according to the latest ‘Global M&A Predictor’ report from KPMG.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:02:39 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/crd-final-text.aspxAhead of the Capital Requirements Directive (CRD 4) final text, KPMG's Giles Williams, said: “It is unlikely that there will be any surprises in the substance of the Directive, given it is based on the Basel 3 package."Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:10:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Jordan-joins-KPMG-Europe.aspxKPMG in Jordan has announced that it is joining KPMG Europe LLP.Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:34:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Local-authorities-support-appointing-auditors.aspxSenior local authority executives support Government proposals to enable them to appoint their own auditors, according to a survey by KPMG, and believe that such proposals will enable them to gain better value for money.Thu, 28 Jul 2011 09:05:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Majority-of-business-leaders-in-Europe-and-the-Middle-East-believe-Europeancurrencywillsurvivecurrentcrisis,KPMGsurveyfinds.aspx64% of business leaders in Europe and the Middle East agree that Europe’s position as a world economic & political superpower has peaked Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:45:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Low-nuclear-contribution-could-send-the-price-of-electricity-up-by-60-per-cent.aspxA mix of energy generation which has a low or no nuclear contribution could send the price of electricity generation in 2050 up 60 percentMon, 08 Oct 2012 08:47:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/OpenPublicServicesWhitePaper-Governmentneedstospecifywhichservicesaretobeopenedupandhowprincipleofcompetitionwillbeputintoe.aspxAlan Downey, head of KPMG’s public sector business, comments on the Government’s “Open Public Services” White Paper:Mon, 11 Jul 2011 15:31:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Business-under-threat-as-UK-fraud-exceeds-£1bn.aspxPre-occupied with battling the on-going downturn, UK businesses now also find themselves fighting more fraud than ever before – KPMG reveals today. Mon, 11 Jul 2011 09:23:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMGadministratorsappointedtoBridgeBusinessRecovery.aspxColin Haig and Samantha Bewick of KPMG were appointed administrators to Bridge Business Recovery on 1st July 2011Thu, 07 Jul 2011 06:31:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-boosts-Islamic-finance-practice-with-the-appointment-of-Neil-D-Miller-as-the-new-global-head.aspxKPMG is pleased to announce that Neil D Miller has joined as global head of Islamic finance. Neil joins from the law firm Norton Rose where he led their global Islamic finance practice.Mon, 04 Jul 2011 12:30:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Bribery-Act-comes-into-force.aspxDespite the crescendoing noise and continued speculation around the Bribery Act, a third of all UK companies remain unprepared for today’s implementation, risking a jail sentence or unlimited fine.Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:00:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Mega-deals-back-for-UK-private-equity-as-double-bill-of-£1bn-deals-complete-in-2011.aspxThe mega private equity deal is back in the UK, according to the latest management buyout (MBO) research from KPMG. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:07:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/CFC-reform-proposals.aspxHM Treasury’s proposals on reforming the ‘Controlled Foreign Companies’ regime issued today are largely successful in striking the very difficult balance between delivering a more competitive tax systemTue, 19 Jul 2011 11:21:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-hires-James-Stewart-OBE-as-chairman-of-its-global-infrastructure-practice.aspxKPMG announces the appointment of James Stewart OBE, recently chief executive of Infrastructure UK, as chairman of its global infrastructure practice.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:05:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Home-Secretary-praises-KPMG’s-“ground-breaking”work-with-the-Police-Service.aspxThe Home Secretary today praised KPMG’s work with the Police Service. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:33:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/European-banks-see-€110bn-profitability-swing-in-just-two-years.aspxKPMG’s report, Focus on Transparency, finds that retail and commercial banking performance has improvedWed, 30 Jan 2013 11:59:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Police-Reform-KPMG-and-think-tank-join-forces-with-law-enforcement-agencies-to-discuss-how-best-to-meet-current-challenges.aspxUK police leaders meet to discuss how the police service can respond to the government’s ambitious reform programmeMon, 01 Oct 2012 13:33:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/CEOs-recognise-that-agility-is-critical-to-future-success-says-KPMG.aspxAsset management CEOs believe their organisations will need to become more agile if they are to remain relevant to clients and grow profitably. Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:22:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Asian-MA-change-the-model-or-flip-a-coin.aspxGlobal companies are doing little more than ‘flipping a coin’ when it comes to enhancing value through doing deals in the emerging markets of the Asia Pacific (ASPAC) region, according to KPMG’s latest global M&A study ‘A new dawn’. Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:55:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Investment-management-industry-KPMG-Report.aspxKPMG warns that unless there is a more co-ordinated approach to the regulation of the investment management industry in Europe and the US, businesses will increasingly look to move their operations to Asia.Tue, 28 Jun 2011 09:45:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Investment-management-industry-underprepared-for-FATCA-says-KPMG-report.aspxA report from KPMG examining the investment management industry’s readiness for the US Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) reveals that a significant amount of work remains to be done prior to its commencement on 1 January 2013.Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:06:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Lawyer-in-Britains-high-flying-women-in-business-list.aspxMisha Patel has become the first in-house lawyer from KPMG to be named in the prestigious Management Today ‘35 Women Under 35’ list Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:37:59 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/CBI-KPMG-london-business-survey-jun11.aspxMore London firms are hiring as normal and fewer are resorting to redundancies compared with six months ago, as companies are cautiously optimistic about business prospectsWed, 22 Jun 2011 08:33:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Company-bosses-increasingly-commit-more-fraud.aspxCompany bosses including those working within the chief executive or managing director’s offices are increasingly committing more fraud, according to a global KPMG survey. Mon, 20 Jun 2011 07:59:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-forms-new-Financial-Services-Transfer-Pricing-and-Indirect-Tax-team.aspxThe new Financial Services Transfer Pricing and Indirect Tax team comprises around 50 people drawn from KPMG’s existing transfer pricing and indirect tax teams in the UK. Mon, 20 Jun 2011 10:13:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-welcomes-proposed-concessions-for-the-insurance-run-off-sector-under-Solvency-II.aspxThe revised Omnibus II Directive issued 14 Jun 11 includes specific transitional arrangements for (re)insurance companies in run-off under SolvencyIIWed, 16 Jan 2013 18:15:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Proposed-statutory-rule-on-residence-and-proposed-reforms-to-non-dom-tax-rules.aspxHM Treasury has today published consultation documents on a new statutory residence test and proposed reforms to the taxation of non-UK domiciled individuals Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:43:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Pensions-accounting-standard.aspxToday the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) issued its long awaited revised pensions accounting standard IAS 19 Employee Benefits. Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:59:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-turnaround-investors-splash-£1bn-rescue-cash.aspxA unique community of UK turnaround investors has emerged since the dawn of the recession and has invested nearly £1bn in distressed companies in the UK in the last 12 months, according to research by KPMG. Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:01:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-recognised-business-community.aspxKPMG has received a Highly Commended in the Business Team Volunteering Award in the Business in the Community East of England 2011 Awards for Excellence at a ceremony held at Hengrave Hall, Bury St Edmunds.Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:42:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Banking-industry-not-much-closer-to-understanding-the-full-ramifications-of-the-ICB’s-interim-recommendations.aspxCommenting on the Chancellor’s endorsement of retail banks ringfencing their operations, David Sayer, global head of retail banking at KPMG, said: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:39:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/energy-prices-only-way-is-up.aspxMark Powell, UK head of energy consulting, KPMG, comments on the OPEC discussion on increasing supplies to dampen prices in the face of rising consumer utilities billsMon, 13 Jun 2011 12:22:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Media-and-Entertainment-Baromete.aspxKPMG’s latest Media and Entertainment Barometer released today reveals the sharp increase and uptake of smartphones and tablets, driving expenditure and consumption of ‘on the move’ media, most notably, eBooks.Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:52:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Patent-box-consultation-“verypositive”-for-affected-businesses.aspxPatent box consultation “very positive” for affected businesses, but some, notably the software industry, will be disappointedMon, 13 Jun 2011 12:29:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMGappointsnewRiskDirector.aspxKPMG is pleased to announce the appointment of Giles Triffitt as a Risk Director in its financial risk management division. Fri, 10 Jun 2011 08:53:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Releasing-land-is-helpful-although-says-KPMG.aspxGovernment’s announcement to release public land in order to build as many as 100,000 new homesWed, 20 Jul 2011 12:47:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/MPC-interest-rate-decision-June-2011.aspxMPC interest rate decision June 2011: Decision to hold means rate rise this year is unlikelyThu, 09 Jun 2011 10:29:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Private-sector-investment-boost-predicted-for-local-government.aspxA key emerging feature of the current public sector recession is a significant rise in external investment in local government, according to KPMGThu, 28 Jul 2011 09:06:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-advises-Ford-Sollers-jv.aspxKPMG has acted as lead adviser to Ford Motor Company in its successful formation of a joint venture with Russian automobile company Sollers OJSCThu, 14 Jul 2011 11:46:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-David-O’Hara.aspxKPMG in the UK has appointed David O’Hara from Hymans Robertson as a Principal Investment Consultant to lead its newly established Scottish Investment Advisory teamMon, 06 Jun 2011 11:45:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-advise-on-acquisition-of-£65-million-Surrey-based-business.aspxAdvisors from KPMG’s Gatwick office have advised German Linder Group on the acquisition of Surrey based Prater Ltd, the UK’s leading building envelope specialist on a deal in which they were sold for an undisclosed sumTue, 21 Jun 2011 07:20:39 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Hedge-funds-missing-a-trick.aspxKPMG predicts that many hedge funds are not taking advantage of available R&D tax credits which could potentially save their businesses hundreds of thousands of pounds a yearWed, 01 Jun 2011 09:41:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/top-ten-errors-in-occupational-pension-scheme-member-records.aspxUsing its KLean data quality tool, KPMG has analysed over 100,000 occupational pension scheme member record to reveal some worrying findings.Fri, 03 Jun 2011 09:24:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-head-financial-service-saudit.aspxKPMG has appointed Rees Aronson as the new head of financial services audit in the UK. Rees has been a partner with KPMG since 1989 and also sits on the insurance leadership team as head of insurance audit.Thu, 26 May 2011 09:31:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/e-privacy-laws-uncover-painful-truths.aspxVery few organisations are ready to meet new EU requirements on website cookies, according to KPMG's George Thompson.Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:27:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/financial-services-disputes-increase.aspxUK law firms have seen an increase in financial services disputes post August 2007, up 33 per cent, according to global KPMG research, however, the expected large-scale growth of disputes has yet to happen both here and across the world.Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:50:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ash-cloud–disruptions-limited.aspxAfter last year’s ash cloud and the unprecedented closure of European airspace aviation regulators have issued much clearer guidelines for flying.Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:25:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/French-tax-rules-hit-Brtions.aspxUK residents owning property in France are likely to see an increase in the French taxes they pay from 1 January 2012, according to KPMG in the UK as a result of two key changes. Mon, 23 May 2011 12:15:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Public-exchequer-plundered-as-Government-targeted-fraud-soars.aspxFraud against the UK Government has risen dramatically (142 per cent) over the last three years, as criminals adopt an increasingly businesslike approach – KPMG reveals today.Fri, 20 May 2011 07:39:37 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/pensions-accounting-survey-2011.aspxKPMG’s Pensions Accounting Survey 2011 reveals a more positive picture emerging on pensions for UK companies than has been seen in previous years.Thu, 09 Jun 2011 13:09:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-comments-on-the-proposed-shape-of-the-Prudential-Regulation-Authority.aspxThe FSA and Bank of England today launched a detailed plan about the shape of the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA). Thu, 19 May 2011 14:31:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/CIPD-KPMG-Labour-Market-Outook-Survey.aspxThe impact on the overall labour market of a slight rise in private sector recruitment, fuelled almost exclusively by the manufacturing and services sectors, is still being cancelled out by large-scale public sector job lossesMon, 03 Oct 2011 14:22:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Basel-Accord’s-Pillar-2.aspxa report published by KPMG finds there is still significant divergence among European regulators in their approaches to implementing the Pillar 2 guidance on capital adequacy.Tue, 24 May 2011 11:11:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-welcomes-flexible-working-proposals.aspxKPMG has welcomed the new flexible working proposals put forward by the Government todayTue, 17 May 2011 07:00:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Omnibus2delaysmakecurrentSolvencyIIdeadlineincreasinglyunrealistic,saysKPMG.aspxOmnibus 2 is a significant milestone for Solvency II and delays to its finalisation are having an unwanted impact on the Solvency II timeline.Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:14:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/QIS5resultsshowthatwhiletheinsuranceindustryisingoodshapeoverall,thereisstillmuchworktobedonetomeetSolvencyIIdeadlines.aspxKPMG welcomes yesterday’s publication of the results of QIS 5, the fifth European-wide quantitative impact study on the forthcoming Solvency II rules for the insurance industry. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:07:41 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/EquaTerraAquisitionbroaderglobaladvisory.aspxKPMG to provide broader global outsourcing advisory services through acquisition of EquaTerraMon, 14 May 2012 11:02:10 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/2011.aspxAll press releases from KPMG in the UK during 2011Wed, 19 Sep 2012 09:14:06 GMT