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The Law Society made representations to Europe on proposals for the creation of a fourth European money laundering directive, while the UK government chose not to opt in to the draft directive on asset freezing and confiscation.
Our regular round-up of those hitting the headlines for money laundering in the last two months
The Law Society held an international financial crime symposium on 15 May 2012. Over 120 delegates attended the event to discuss the key issues in financial crime prevention.
The Ministry of Justice is consulting on the possible introduction of deferred prosecution agreements for companies in relation to financial crimes.
The Queen's Bench Division dismissed Mr Shah's claims for damages against HSBC Private Bank (UK) Ltd (HSBC) for over US$300m.
A solicitor was found not to have made false declarations on the certificate of title despite failing to disclose his financial interest in the transaction, resulting in his convictions for money laundering and mortgage fraud being overturned.
The European Commission has launched a consultation on amendments to the third money laundering directive (third directive) to address changes required by the updated Financial Action Taskforce (FATF) Standards.
Money laundering convictions making the news in the last two months
The private sector will be given the chance to contribute to the future of financial crime prevention laws at a symposium hosted by the Law Society on May 15th.
FATF has updated and released its 40 recommendations on combating money laundering
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