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Insurance carriers
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We help carriers across the insurance market understand and digest some of the more pertinent financial reporting and tax developments, and the implications for medium sized and smaller insurers.
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Pillar Two: what it means for UK intermediate entities of US parented insurance groups
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We explain why it is important for multinational entities (MNEs) to understand the interaction of Pillar Two and US tax principles – and how that affects UK intermediate entities.
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Operational resilience: are you ready?
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The growing threats of cyber attacks and operational risks against a complex geopolitical backdrop are sharpening the focus of regulators. We summarise what firms must do by the March IBS deadline.
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Solvency UK: changes for small firms
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What do the revised thresholds for Solvency II mean for firms? And what are the benefits of becoming a non-directive firm (NDF)?
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UK GAAP: the latest updates for Carriers
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The FRC published periodic changes to FRS 102 in March. So what do these changes mean for insurers?
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Tax in 2024: what is coming your way?
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As we look towards a New Year, we review some of the key tax areas to consider in the next 12 months.
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Parametric insurance: a game-changer or a threat to traditional insurance?
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In our era of climate change and the unexpected events it can cause, it makes sense that a different approach to insurance is gaining traction. Financial Services Partner Satya Beekarry reports.
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Solvency II: what’s the latest?
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We take a look back and forward at this year’s consultation papers and likely results.
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ESG reporting – a fast-moving landscape
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New standards and frameworks for ESG reporting continue to emerge. We provide a brief summary of key developments in the past year. Find out if they apply to you and how you will need to prepare.
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Insurance sector risks and priorities for 2024
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Read our guide to understand the risks and priorities that the insurance sector will face in 2024.
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PESMs: are you applying yours correctly?
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Insurers should consider how their investments impact their VAT partial exemption calculations before HMRC beats them to it.
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Insurance sector risks & priorities for 2023: mid-year update
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Last September we shared our views on what should be front of mind for insurance sector firms and their internal audit functions. Now we revisit those topics and how they have evolved.
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Embedding Consumer Duty – how is your firm doing?
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Consumer Duty remains high on the regulatory agenda. Here’s our guide to the best way to design and operate effective governance controls.
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Post-Brexit Solvency II reforms: what is changing?
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Following last year’s Government consultation on Solvency II, here’s an overview of the main proposals and decisions made as a result.
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FRED 82: is the shakeup bigger than expected?
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The comment period for Financial Reporting Exposure Draft (FRED) 82 ended in April. Partner Satya Beekarry takes a look at its significance and likely impact for insurance carriers. Should you begin planning now?
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The Civil Liability Act: one-off reporting requirements for certain motor insurers
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There is still confusion over the reporting of claims information, making compiling data a considerable challenge for affected insurers. We look at the key barriers to progress.
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Insurance sector risks and priorities for 2023
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Read our guide to understand the risks and priorities that should be considered when preparing internal audit plans for 2023.
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IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts – the major implications for you
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In just over three months, on 1 January 2023, the new international accounting standard, IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts, will come into effect and change the financial reporting of insurance companies. We explain how this will impact our clients.
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Global minimum tax – a UK update
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July’s Finance Bill included details of the proposed ‘multinational top-up tax’. What exactly is it, who will it affect and what will UK insurers need to do?