Three lingering questions to arise from KPMG tribunal over Carillion, Regenersis
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Neil Hodge2022-02-10T13:13:00
Details to emerge from the disciplinary tribunal regarding KPMG’s conduct during its work at Carillion and Regenersis could have ramifications for the Big Four firm, the audit profession more widely, and potential future regulation and monitoring.
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