As you have worked on this client before and are therefore familiar with the business and itsstaff,

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As you have worked on this client before and are therefore familiar with the business and itsstaff, you have also received an email from John directly (extracts below):‘I was really impressed by the quality of your work during last year’s audit. I could use someonelike you at DVO while I’m preparing to sell my shares. Keep this to yourself for now, but afterthe audit, we should have a conversation about you joining DVO.‘I’d also really appreciate you getting through the audit as quickly as possible this year. Timeis of the essence! One of the potential buyers wants the deal done yesterday but needs theaudited financial statements before they’ll commit.’Requirements;1. Identify and explain the legal, professional and ethical issues arising from John’s email,and state the actions that you should take