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Consultation on IAASA’s proposal to issue General Guidelines for Prescribed Accountancy Bodies

July 2, 2026

IAASA has published a consultation paper seeking stakeholders’ views on IAASA’s proposal to issue General Guidelines for Prescribed Accountancy Bodies. The consultation paper sets out IAASA’s proposed General Guidelines and the specific matters which IAASA is consulting on.  IAASA invites comments on the proposed Guidelines from all interested stakeholders. Responses should be emailed to submissions@iaasa.ie … Continued

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Consultation on IAASA’s proposal to issue Investigation and Disciplinary Guidelines for Prescribed Accountancy Bodies

July 2, 2026

IAASA has published a consultation paper seeking stakeholders’ views on IAASA’s proposal to issue Investigation and Disciplinary Guidelines for Prescribed Accountancy Bodies. The consultation paper sets out IAASA’s proposal to issue Investigation and Disciplinary Guidelines for Prescribed Accountancy Bodies and the specific matters which IAASA is consulting on.  IAASA invites comments on the proposed Guidelines … Continued

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IAASA Publishes Annual Report 2025

July 1, 2026

The Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority (IAASA) has published its Annual Report 2025, outlining the Authority’s work in upholding quality corporate reporting and an accountable profession.    During 2025, IAASA completed its first full cycle of sustainability reporting and sustainability assurance supervision under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), examined 28 corporate reports and … Continued

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Consultation on proposed revisions to the Irish auditing standards on fraud and going concern

June 19, 2026

IAASA is seeking stakeholders’ views on proposed revisions to ISA (Ireland) 240 The Auditor’s Responsibilities Relating to Fraud in an Audit of Financial Statements and ISA (Ireland) 570 Going Concern. The proposed revisions reflect recent changes made to the equivalent international standards by the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) and adapted by the … Continued

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IAASA agrees settlements with Teresa Morahan and Stephen McCallion

June 5, 2026

Settlement Agreements have been reached with Ms Teresa Morahan and Mr Stephen McCallion The investigations concerned the audit of the financial statements North of England P&I Designated Activity Company for the year end 20 February 2023. The Authority has decided to impose a Reprimand and a Fine of €16,800 on Ms Teresa Morahan.   In respect … Continued

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Narrow scope revisions to the ISAs (Ireland) and the ISQMs (Ireland)

June 3, 2026

Following public consultation on proposed narrow scope revisions to the Irish auditing and quality management standards, IAASA has issued a feedback paper and published revised versions of the standards listed below.  The main revisions relate to: These changes are consistent with those recently adopted by the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB). Read the … Continued

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IAASA’s Annual Audit Programme and Activity Report 2025

June 3, 2026

IAASA has published its Annual Audit Programme and Activity Report 2025, providing an overview of our oversight of the audit profession in Ireland during the year. The report: The report offers valuable insight into IAASA’s role in audit oversight and will be of interest to stakeholders seeking a better understanding of audit and its regulation.

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PAB’s Governance of Regulatory Frameworks – Communication

May 28, 2026

Following our 2025 thematic review of Prescribed Accountancy Bodies’ (PABs’) governance frameworks, IAASA has now published a factsheet highlighting additional insights on communication. The factsheet outlines how PABs communicate key regulatory activities, including planning, oversight, disciplinary outcomes and engagement with external regulators. 

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IAASA Audit Committee Briefing 2026

May 21, 2026

Join us for the IAASA Audit Committee Briefing 2026 taking place on Wednesday 21st October, at Chartered Accountants Ireland, 47/49 Pearse Street, Dublin 2. This in-person and live streamed event will feature expert industry speakers and engaging discussions on key developments in regulation, auditing,  financial reporting and governance. This year’s briefing will focus in particular … Continued

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Profile of the Profession 2025

May 18, 2026

IAASA has published its Profile of the Profession 2025 , providing a comprehensive statistical overview of the five Prescribed Accountancy Bodies (PABs) under its supervisory remit. The report covers key data on members and students, approved statutory auditors and audit firms, as well as the regulation and monitoring of these professionals and entities.

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