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April 19, 2024

Major Fraud Ring Busted: Eight Arrested in £8 Million Scheme

In a significant crackdown on financial fraud, a few weeks ago, authorities arrested eight individuals linked to an organised crime group accused of swindling nearly £8 […]
April 3, 2024

Financial Conduct Authority Issues Stern Warning to Firms on Anti-Money Laundering Efforts

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a stark warning to the chief executive officers of Annex 1 firms, underlining significant lapses identified in recent assessments […]
March 31, 2024

AI Technology Fault At Centre of Uber Eats Dispute

In a landmark case that highlights the complexities and potential biases of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace, a food delivery driver has secured an undisclosed […]
March 26, 2024

International Money Laundering Network Unravels Following Major Investigation

In a landmark operation by the National Crime Agency (NCA), a major international money laundering network has been hit with a confiscation order. Abdullah Alfalasi, identified […]
March 20, 2024

Misleading Regulatory Body Sees Solicitor Struck Off

In a significant development within the legal profession, Rajinder Heer, a solicitor who played a pivotal role at Coventgate Law, has been removed from the profession […]
March 14, 2024
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Stephens Wilmot Ltd Fined Nearly £20,000 for Conveyancing Fraud Failings

A firm in Wales finds itself in hot water after being fined nearly £20,000 for inadvertently aiding conveyancing fraud. Stephens Wilmot Ltd, based in Pontypool, was […]
March 12, 2024

BREAKING NEWS: TM Group Drives Digital Conveyancing Innovation with Acquisition of Lawtech Software Group

TM Group, a market-leading property data and technology provider, has announced a significant strategic move to further enhance its position in the digital conveyancing technology space […]
March 8, 2024
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Solicitors Regulation Authority Announces Fines Exceeding £55,000 for AML Compliance Failings

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) have announced fines totalling over £55,000 against several firms and individual lawyers for violating anti-money laundering (AML) requirements.   The fines underscore […]
March 1, 2024

Misusing Colleague’s Electronic Signature Sees Law Firm Partner Suspended

In a recent development, a partner has been suspended from practice for 28 days after signing statements of truth in road traffic claims using a colleague’s […]
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