The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has a unique opportunity to tackle the acute harms of illicit finance that undermine efforts to promote development and protect the planet, starting...
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine prompted a welcome crackdown on dirty money in the UK, including new sanctions, enforcement powers and stronger corporate transparency. There were hopes Labour would maintain this momentum. But despite positive commitments, there has been little progress in tackling corruption and money laundering.
The High Court is set to rule on a defining challenge to the powers of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) after London libel firm Carter Ruck and British businessman Mohamed Amersi contested whether the legal regulator can compel the disclosure of legally privileged material during its investigations into professional misconduct.
As Andy Burnham promises to deliver renewal and prosperity for ordinary people, tackling illicit wealth should be high up on the new Prime Minister's agenda. From hollowed-out high streets to inflated property prices, dirty money is distorting local economies, fuelling inequality and harming communities across the country.
There are some stunning statistics in the Fisher Review into fraud prosecution. We are waiting with bated breath to see if the new government meets the challenge set out by Fisher to finally get a grip on one of the UK’s most prevalent crimes.
Last month a London jury acquitted Diezani Alison-Madueke, along with her brother Doye Agame and businesswoman Olatimbo Ayinde, of all bribery charges against them. This is a joint statement on behalf of ANEEJ, CISLAC / Transparency International Nigeria, HEDA Resource Centre, Spotlight on Corruption, and The Corner House (UK).
UK Anti-Corruption Coalition says the billions wasted, the VIP Lane, and the near-total lack of accountability must trigger urgent reform before the next crisis
The Ethics and Integrity Commission has published a landmark review, calling for sweeping reforms to lobbying and transparency rules. With trust in politicians at record lows, the government should crack on with implementing these recommendations, demonstrating its commitment to tackling undue influence and unfair access.
