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exam on Tuesday or Friday. Likewise, students taking AAA-INT centrebased exams in Malaysia will have the option of booking their exam on Monday or Friday. Capacity on each day will be subject to availability, so students should be advised to book early if they have a preferred date.

ACCA explained that the rigorous processes it uses to protect the integrity of the ACCA qualification

Azets acquires Baker Tilly Ireland

Azets has entered the Irish market for the first time, following the acquisition of Baker Tilly. The firm will rebrand as Azets Ireland with immediate effect.

Azets Ireland is led by Neil Hughes, supported by a team of 100 people, including 11 partners, and serving a portfolio of 2,000 clients. It operates out of Dublin and Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.

Azets’ investment in Ireland also marks the company’s tenth deal in 12 months, with more M&A activity planned across all regions as the group continues to deliver against its ambitious growth strategy.

Chris Horne, Group CEO at Azets, describes Ireland as the ‘natural choice’ for international expansion, explaining: “With its membership of the EU single market, strong commercial ties to the UK and transatlantic links, Ireland is the main gateway to Europe in a postBrexit environment. There are clear synergies for Azets’ people and our clients from building a strong allows it to deliver fair and equivalent exams across both exam dates. “Therefore, no exam performance advantage can be gained by entering on either date,” it said. The main exam timetable for remote session exams is not impacted by these changes. However, the RI contingency exam date will now be Friday of week one for both exams. partnership with our new Irish team – and we’re delighted to welcome them into the group.”

The Public Finance Awards are back, celebrating excellence across public finance and governance. Entries are now open!

Entering the Public Finance Awards gives you, your team or your project the opportunity to be recognised by the sector and your peers, showcasing best practice across the profession. Judged by a panel of distinguished sector leaders, winners of these awards are acknowledged as best in class.

With 17 categories to choose from, including three that have been updated for 2023 including Excellence in Governance and Risk Management, Outstanding Fraud Prevention, Detection and Recovery and Aligning Local Services, there are plenty of opportunities to be rewarded for your achievements.

Click here to view the 2023 categories – visit Public Finance’s website for tips on compiling your entry. The deadline for entries is 3 May 2023.