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Editor's Note The MP expenses row reached fever pitch this week and in some ways it's been a great leveller between the parties, as both sides saw their dirty laundry aired in the press. Given the public scorn over this issue, will the government curtail the 'double allowance' for second homes? Rebecca Benneyworth is on the case. Meanwhile, back in the real world, we are pleased to announce the launch of the Accountants Golf Challenge 2009, which will be taking place at the magnificent Celtic Manor Twenty Ten Ryder Cup course. This year, we're looking to find the best 'golfing' accounting firm, so sign up your team today and don't miss out on what's sure to be a brilliant corporate hospitality event for your clients, colleagues or prospects. Also this week there's good news for those looking to grow their businesses, says Andrew Harrington. Until next week, Gina Dyer Deputy editor, AccountingWEB.co.uk editor@accountingweb.co.uk Featured links FDs' Bible part 1: A guide to choosing and implementing financial software Tightening the corporate belt: Seven ways to cut costs with Spend Control software AAT and CIMA training for less (or even free!) FD's guide: How to control IT costs more effectively uSwitch: A quick and easy way to cut business costs Tax Will MPs finally 'do' for the second home rule? Is this the beginning of the end for the MPs' tax dodge, asks Rebecca Benneyworth. more Three lines: Simon Sweetman considers tax simplification Carter moves ahead FDs' Bible part 1: A guide to choosing and implementing financial software When reviewing your business and accounting software, this free two-part guide explains all you need to know. Packed with research tips, checklists, pitfalls to avoid and general advice for Financial Directors; Part 1 is available now. IT Fun with functions: Dealing with errors and the new Excel 2007 Simon Hurst explains how to use the new Excel 2007 function to streamline error checking in your spreadsheets. more Windows 7 Release Candidate: Through the looking glass Simple akkOmi tool creates charts from IRIS trial balances Tightening the corporate belt: Seven practical ways to cut costs with Spend Control software In today's challenging economic climate, few have the stomach for significant IT investments. This paper offers seven practical examples of ways to cut costs with a Spend Control initiative and explains the ROI it can have for your business. Click here to find out more Practice and Financial Reporting Building up business in the recession Valuations are down and lending is more expensive but there are still opportunities for creating value, says Andrew Harrington. more Recession forces change in practice structures The changing face of company audits AAT and CIMA training for less (or even free!) Free AAT courses and buy one get one half price CIMA Certificate courses. It's now more affordable for your employees to study with one of the UK's leading accountancy training providers. Click here to find out more Business Exclusive video: James Caan talks business planning Dragons' Den panellist James Caan joins other experts for part one of a four part video discussion on why planning is crucial to the success of your business. more How to make people like you Longitude and latitude: When Facebook meets business FDs' guide: How to control IT costs more effectively This simple 10 point guide will help you to understand what you've got, where it's running, what the associated costs are and how you could potentially reduce software and licensing fees. Don't leave it to the IT department, take control. Download your copy now Any Answers MP benefits and expenses more Distinction between penalty vacated and penalty 'amended' to £nil more Should software developers be liable for their products? more Opportunities Block of fees required, East Anglia Independent financial adviser wanted Sub contract work required View all opportunities AccountingWEB.co.uk's new job board partner Accountancyjobsonline.co.uk – brought to the profession by CCH, the publishers of Accountancy Magazine - offers the accountancy profession just that; accountancy jobs online in a fresh, real time, up-to-the-minute careers environment. Click here to visit the new job board today Partner News Leading supplier of accountants' websites to provide the latest online accounting software Humanware UK purchase Pegasus Opera II The Wildlife Trust chooses Accounting, ERP and Business Management solution, IRIS Exchequer Has Outlook blocked your images? If you need to right-click one of the images in this email bulletin to see the pictures it's easy to set up AccountingWEB.co.uk as a 'safe sender' so you don't have to do this every time you receive an email bulletin. Select the Actions-Junk Mail menu and pick either the 'Add Sender' or 'Add Sender's Domain' option.