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'Material uncertainty' – impacts on financial reporting

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Leading the recruitment industry through COVID-19

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How will your organisation respond to the people risk?

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“The government is rightly recommending that businesses focus on resilience during this unprecedented outbreak. The uncertainty and speed at which this issue is developing requires business to fully open up communication channels with suppliers, customers, funders, employees, advisors and other key stakeholders to generate resilience and develop plans to succeed once the threats of the pandemic have passed.”

Dave Munton, Head of UK Markets and Clients

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