New-look FRC comes into being

A landmark in the history of accountancy regulation, the new, improved Financial Reporting Council has officially come into being, ushered in by its chairman, Sir Bryan Nicholson

In addition to the remit of the old Foundation, the FRC has been given extra powers and responsibilities; and its success or failure will determine how the profession is regulated in the future.

Consequently, its implications for accountants are immense.

Follow the links below to find out all you need to know about the new regulator and scroll down the page for an archive of FRC-related news stories, comment and analysis.

• Profiled: the main players at the FRC and what is expected of them.

• Read an interview with FRC chairman, Sir Bryan Nicholson.

• Discover what Accountancy Age feels Sir Bryan's five key challenges will be

• Sir Bryan Nicholson profiled