15 February 2024

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UK news headlines

RSM, Quantuma in alleged Insolvency Service scandal

Five postmasters to get full compensation

Fujitsu staff at HMRC settle pay dispute

Badenoch urged to deliver audit reform

EY took on $700m in debt for failed split plan

PwC delays graduate promotions

UK economy fell into recession at the end of 2023

PM paid £508k in tax, with 23% overall rate

International news headlines

Global defence spending reaches record levels

China, Russia, Iran hackers used Microsoft’s AI tools

PE firms buy majority stake in Baker Tilly US

Big Four divided on Australian tax scheme

Delhi fortified against Indian farmers' protest

Jeff Bezos to save US$600m in taxes after Florida move

Singapore to refund US$7.5m due to GST errors

Liberian president launches anti-corruption audits

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