ACCA responds to parliamentary vote on Brexit withdrawal agreement
Date
17 Jan 2019
Sections
UK in Europe
Commenting on yesterday’s vote (Tuesday, January 15) on the government’s Brexit withdrawal agreement, Maggie McGhee, executive director – governance at ACCA, said:
‘Yesterday’s vote on the withdrawal agreement regrettably means government did not reach an agreement on the best course of action supporting business, despite unprecedented scrutiny of the government throughout the Brexit negotiation process.
‘This has resulted in a continued impasse, and means further uncertainty and disruption for businesses globally on a range of key matters. Including movement of goods and services, recognition of UK regulatory frameworks and qualifications, and most importantly access to talent.
‘ACCA will continue to monitor developments and what they mean for the profession globally.’
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About ACCA:
ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the global body for professional accountants, offering business-relevant, first-choice qualifications to people of application, ability and ambition around the world who seek a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management.
ACCA supports its 208,000 members and 503,000 students in 179 countries, helping them to develop successful careers in accounting and business, with the skills required by employers. ACCA works through a network of 104 offices and centres and more than 7,300 Approved Employers worldwide, who provide high standards of employee learning and development. Through its public interest remit, ACCA promotes appropriate regulation of accounting and conducts relevant research to ensure accountancy continues to grow in reputation and influence.
ACCA has introduced major innovations to its flagship qualification to ensure its members and future members continue to be the most valued, up to date and sought-after accountancy professionals globally.
Founded in 1904, ACCA has consistently held unique core values: opportunity, diversity, innovation, integrity and accountability. More information is here: www.accaglobal.com