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Wednesday, July 01, 2026

Leaks, lawyers and a whistleblower: how did KPMG’s failings emerge

Leaks, lawyers and a whistleblower: how did KPMG’s failings emerge – and could more have been done? A parliamentary inquiry heard claims from one former employee that partners pursued ‘revenue growth at all costs’

KPMG partners leaked client information and mishandled the whistleblower who raised the alarm, an inquiry has heard. Top global and Australian managers, three law firms and government regulators all missed the signs.

The firm has admitted unethical internal leaks but initially refused to hand over its investigations to regulators. Its London-headquartered international arm has issued a general apology but denied responsibility.

So, how did the failings come to light – and could more have been done?


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