AML - changes coming soon - Those in the Legal & Financial sectors in particular, but all business in general, will need to keep an eye out for this. Obviously this is to cut the ability of Russians to launder their money and arises from the reaction to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. I've seen a report on the BBC that the UK will be bringing this in in March. This will include a requirement to show the true identity of the owner of property & action to strengthen Unexplained Wealth Orders (UWOs). Also, all AML officers will need to keep an eye on the Sanctions List - as there are likely to be additions.

Here is a link to where you may access the Sanctions List:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-uk-sanctions-list

Here is a link to the BBC article:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60549927

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