ACCA calls on new UK government to take swift action on financial policy

ACCA has called on Kieran Starmer’s new government to prioritise financial and economic policy in its first 100 days in office.

The international accountancy organisation says the government should focus in particular on improving HMRC services, encouraging domestic and international investment and supporting small businesses.

Susan Love, ACCA Scotland’s Strategic Engagement Director, said: “The key to getting the UK economy firing on all cylinders is restoring trust and transparency in our business ecosystem, which is why we are calling on the new Government to accelerate the long-awaited reforms to the audit system and reverse the decline in HMRC service levels.

“For Scotland’s economy to thrive, many in the business community will be hoping for a new era in which the Scottish and UK governments work effectively together to seize economic opportunities, including planning for net zero emissions, improving our infrastructure and investing in our people.”