| Acronym | Meaning |
| LSC | Learning And Skills Council |
| DC | Defined Contribution (retirement Plan; For Example, A 401(k) Plan) |
| CSR | Comprehensive Spending Review |
| OTC | Over The Counter |
| UA | Unitary Authority |
| GO | General Obligation Bond |
| PE | Price To Earnings (Ratio) |
| CIPFA | Chartered Institute Of Public Finance And Accountancy |
| CMO | Collateralized Mortgage Obligation |
| S&P | Standard & Poor's |