Blog categorized as AML

Law Society of Scotland Updated their CMRA Guidance
The Law Society of Scotland has updated their CMRA guidance. Let's have a look.
Who Helps the Helpers? 
Anti-Money Laundering may not be the reason you entered the profession but it is part of normal business operations
Mastering AML Country Risk 
Geographical Risk - not only a consideration in your FWRA but also in relation to your clients. Apart from FATF are there any other resources to assist in understanding risk? See this toolkit of information.
Why the Reluctance?
Someone suggested that it could be cheaper for firms to be non-compliant. But are there other considerations?
Digital IDs and EU Identity Wallets
Will Digital Wallets be the sole source of truth for the regulated industries?
Snow White and the Poisoned Apple A Fairy Tale of Anti-Money Laundering
Stay alert. Stay compliant. Don't bite the apple without checking the orchard
The Shaving of Suspicion: A Sweeney Todd Tale of AML Gone Wrong
A Sweeney Todd-Inspired Cautionary Tale for UK AML Compliance
AML Through the Emerald Lens: Follow the Yellow Brick Risk Road
The Yellow Brick Road is Littered with possibilities.
Australia's AML Reforms: A New Era for Financial Crime Compliance
Exciting times: AML reforms and Public Consultations
No Independent Internal AML Audit?
Is the lack of an AML Internal Audit (Regulation 21 Audit) a regulatory cause for concern?
AML & Sanctions Data Collection: Are You Ready?
SRA Annual AML and Sanctions Questionnaire considered.
Key Takeaways from the Law Society of Scotland - Guide to AML Inspections

Key insights regarding AML Inspections

The Law Society of Scotland is the regulator for Scottish Lawyers.


They are also the Anti-Money Laundering regulator body for Scottish Lawyers. 


The have a proactive approach to the dissemination of information having produced informa...

HM Treasury Money Laundering Advisory Notice
Key Takeaways from the HM Treasury Money Laundering Advisory Notice - dated 27 March 2025
Key Anti-Money Laundering Phases
Navigating AML? Let us clarify the common phrases you need to know.
Do you know your financial crime acronyms?
Know your financial crime acronyms. In the Anti-Money Laundering space there is a heavy use of acronyms, knowing them will assist in your understanding.
Regulated Firm? Get Ready for Your AML Audit Now
Discover how a Mock Anti-Money Laundering Audit (AML) Audit can help your regulated firm identify gaps, strengthen compliance, and confidently prepare for your next Regulation 21 AML audit
Key takeaways: An Ex Regulator's AML Insights
Ex-Regulator - Mr Graham MacKenzie provides valuable insights into AML regulation. - Key takeaways from his presentation.
The Wolf at the Door:  Building a Brick-Strong AML Defence for Your Law Firm
When the Wolfs at the door what do you wish your AML house was built of?