22 January 2026

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UK news headlines

Government’s retreat from audit reforms is ‘feeble’

Charity watchdog probes City of Culture findings

Liverpool FC top for finances globally

UK exposed to ‘serious harm’ by failure to tackle AI risks

Small businesses ditch green agenda as ‘survival’ becomes priority

AI-enhanced deception: The audit industry’s next big test

Grant Thornton UK commits $671m to overhaul operating model

Could aliens trigger financial chaos?

International news headlines

Deloitte to ramp up India operations with 50,000 new hires

Global minimum tax holds despite Trump's exemption

US tax consultancy faces US$12bn threat, but AI could deliver gains

Investing in women's employment key to resilient, inclusive economy

Dublin could host World Economic Forum, co-chair suggests

Accountants urged to be ahead of crucial AML curve

MEPs propose new legal framework for innovative companies

India, UAE to explore possibility of establishing ‘digital embassies'

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