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Unwanted and offensive messages A former IT service desk analyst at Pinsent Masons has been banned from working in the legal industry for sending “offensive” messages to a colleague. He sent a number of messages to another member of staff using the firm’s communication systems which contained offensive language directed to the recipient. This is […]
Why independent AML audits matter
The SRA requires UK law firms subject to the Money Laundering Regulations to carry out independent AML audits on a regular basis. In this blog post we’ll explain what an independent AML audit is and why they are important. What is an independent AML audit? An independent AML audit is an examination of a firm’s […]
A Guide To Money Laundering Compliance In Panama
The key challenges of AML compliance in Latin America and the Caribbean Whether conducting risk assessments or reviewing client due diligence, it is vital to understand the risks and responsibilities of money laundering challenges for different jurisdictions. In this article, VinciWorks considers the key AML challenges and laws in Panama, and what organisations should consider […]
New Guide: Proliferation Financing | Free Download
On 1 September, a series of amendments to the UK Money Laundering Regulations 2017 came into force. These include an obligation for regulated entities to identify, assess and mitigate the risk of proliferation financing (PF). Regulated entities have the flexibility to create a new risk assessment on PF, or to incorporate proliferation financing into their […]
IOSH gives DeltaNet’s courses the stamp of approval
Providing Health and Safety training to staff is a legal obligation of any business and is key to preventing injuries or illnesses, managing costs and encouraging a positive workplace health and safety culture. Given the importance of health and safety, it’s vital that you select a training provider that is qualified and experienced and that […]
A Guide To Money Laundering Compliance In Honduras
The key challenges of AML compliance in Latin America and the Caribbean Whether conducting risk assessments or reviewing client due diligence, it is vital to understand the risks and responsibilities of money laundering challenges for different jurisdictions. In this article, VinciWorks considers the key AML challenges and laws in Honduras, and what organisations should consider […]
Members’ Update 19th October 2022
MySkillBoosters official launch, upcoming racial bias webinar.
Update: New rules and guidance from the SRA – October 2022
This update summarises the latest SRA guidance and rules. If you would like any guidance on anything SRA-related, book a free consultation with Compliance Office now. Labelling letters as ‘private and confidential’ and/or ‘without prejudice’ The SRA plans to issue further guidance on when litigators are allowed to label letters as ‘private and confidential’ and/or […]
Crypto wallets added to US sanctions list
Iranian and Russian based crypto addresses sanctioned by OFAC A series of crypto wallet addresses including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Tether (USDT) were added to the US SDN sanctions list by OFAC in September. The addresses belong to Iranian ransomware attackers and a neo-Nazi Russian paramilitary group Task Force Rusich. Task Force Rusich is […]
New course from Skill Boosters: Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse can take many different forms and is not always easy to spot – in fact, even the person on the receiving end may not recognise it for what it is. There can be many reasons why people experiencing domestic abuse are reluctant to speak up or seek help, from fears around their personal […]
