Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company accounting records and reporting requirements in England and Wales
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Key legislation regulating financial services activities and markets in the UK
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the processing and protection of personal data in the UK
ICAEW Code of Ethics: Professional regulations setting ethical standards for chartered accountants
FRC Standards: Financial Reporting Council standards governing accounting and auditing practices
International Standards on Auditing (UK): UK-specific auditing standards aligned with international requirements
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations requiring accountants to implement anti-money laundering controls and reporting
ICAEW Technical Releases: Professional guidance documents providing specific technical advice for accountants
Practice Assurance Standards: Quality assurance framework for accounting practices
Professional Indemnity Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance requirements for accounting professionals
Proceeds of Crime Act 2002: Legislation concerning money laundering reporting obligations and proceeds of crime
Finance Acts: Current and relevant previous Finance Acts affecting accounting practices and tax regulations
Limited Liability Partnerships Act 2000: Legislation governing LLPs, relevant when dealing with accounting firms structured as LLPs
