Blog tagged as Sanctions

Inherent Risk vs Residual Risk: The Gap Between Theory and Reality in AML
A frequent compliance phrase is garbage in garbage out - read more
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.
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...

Legal Sector Affinity Group Guidance 2025
LSAG 25: Key takeaways and insights
Key Anti-Money Laundering Phases
Navigating AML? Let us clarify the common phrases you need to know.
HM Treasury Money Laundering Advisory Notice
Key Takeaways from the HM Treasury Money Laundering Advisory Notice - dated 27 March 2025
FATF February 2025 Plenary
FATF February 2025 - What changes have occurred? Check out our blog for further information.
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: OFSI Legal Services Threat Assessment April 2025
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) Legal Services Threat Assessment dated April 2025 - Key Takeaways
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 Glass Slipper and Your AML Programme: Why One Size Doesn't Fit All
A risk based approach and Cinderella's Cautionary Tale
Key take-aways from the SRA Sanctions Update - 18/03/25
Key take-ways from the live webinar the SRA Sanctions Update - 18/03/25
The AML Procrastinator: A Familiar Foe?
The Perils of Anti-Money Laundering Procrastination
Is Your Law Firm AML Compliant?  Take This 7-Step Self-Assessment
Try our 7 Step AML tool to self assess and self identify areas for improvement.