Health and safety and the supply chain
Making sure third parties comply with H&S A well-functioning supply chain is critical to keeping business operations running successfully, from the products they sell to the services they offer consumers. This involves not only having a supply chain that is productive operationally, but also carries out its activities legally and ethically This guide will discuss […]
On-demand webinar: Health, safety and the supply chain in a changing world
In a rapidly changing economy, companies are ever more reliant on a well-functioning supply chain to get things done. From outsourcing payroll to launching a new product, supply chain management has never been more crucial. Examining the risks posed by new suppliers is equally vital. A worrying incident can have a knock-on effect on your […]
UK MDR: What’s Changed? New micro course
The UK has published the final version of the updated regulations for UK Mandatory Disclosure Rules (MDR). These regulations will come into force on 28 March 2023, and any arrangements entered into on or after this date will need to be reported to HMRC under these rules. The new MDR rules will replace the existing […]
Members’ Update 14th December 2022
Summary of 2022 online course releases: neurodiversity, allyship, domestic abuse, how to challenge
Firm fined for AML compliance failures
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has fined the conveyancing firm, Ferguson Bricknell Solicitors, £20,000 ($24,400) for falling short of its anti-money laundering (AML) obligations. The firm also had to pay £1,350 for the cost of the SRA probe. The fine was issued under a regulatory settlement agreement following an investigation by the SRA. The investigation […]
New Course: Fraud & Market Abuse — A Practical Overview
For firms involved in the financial markets, it is fairly easy to get caught up in illegal market abuse practices without even realising it. The temptation is great for staff members to trade on insider information or exploit the firm’s resources to try to manipulate the market. In many cases, the lines between what is […]
New course: FCA Safeguarding — Keeping our Customers Safe
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) requires all non-bank payment service providers (PSPs) to perform safeguarding procedures. These procedures are designed to make sure that payments owed to customers are not at risk in the unlikely event that the firm could suddenly go into liquidation or be otherwise unable to make a payment. The most common […]
UK MDR to come into force on 28 March 2023
The International Tax Enforcement (Disclosable Arrangements) Regulations 2023 (UK MDR) regulations, were laid before the House of Commons on 17 January 2023. UK MDR will come into force on 28 March 2023. Any UK arrangements entered on or after 28 March 2028 must be reported to HMRC under UK MDR (and not UK DAC6). HMRC will open a new portal to […]
Guide to anti-money laundering independent audits: Download now and know what to expect
UK law firms subject to the Money Laundering Regulations are required to establish an independent audit function to examine, evaluate and make recommendations regarding the adequacy and effectiveness of their practice’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing policies, controls, and procedures. Our guide will help you understand the five main stages of an external independent audit. […]
Do I need to report this under RIDDOR?
“Do I need to report this under RIDDOR? Under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrence Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR), the following work-related accidents must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Please note that the downloadable checklist, especially in terms of dangerous occurrences, is not an exhaustive list.
