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Tag Archives: money laundering
New Guernsey piggies in the sty
A very quick post specifically for my Guernsey readers. Just for you, I have: Read the new Schedule 3 and Handbook cover to cover Updated all five of my piggy books – for NEDs, and for the accountancy, banking, fiduciary … Continue reading
Posted in AML, Money laundering, Publications
Tagged Guernsey, Guernsey Financial Services Commission, guidance, money laundering, publications, training, writing
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The concept of anonymous publication
We all have a talent, and mine is words. I love reading and writing them, my spelling is pretty crash-hot, and if I am trying to remember something, I tend to see it as a word, e.g. “I’ve forgotten his … Continue reading
Keeping up with the Joneses, les Dubois and die Schmidts
I mentioned in my previous post that Guernsey is on the cusp, nay, the very brink of getting new AML legislation. This represents the conclusion of their exercise to fall into line with the Fourth Money Laundering Directive (or as … Continue reading
Posted in AML, Legislation
Tagged AML, directive, guidance, MLD4, MLD5, MLD6, money laundering, Money Laundering Directive, supervisor
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The tarnish on golden visas
I have mentioned before the concept of “golden visas” and passports-for-sale. In today’s politically uncertain world they are becoming ever more popular, and last month Transparency International published a report called “European Getaway: Inside the Murky World of Golden Visas”. … Continue reading
Posted in AML, Due diligence, Legislation, Money laundering
Tagged AML, due diligence, financial crime, Golden Visa, legislation, money laundering, passport, PEP, proceeds of crime, research, risk-based approach, tax evasion
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Interesting times
I like AML legislation as much as the next person – perhaps more, unless that person is an MLRO. If there’s updated AML legislation on the horizon I really look forward to it, and I’ve been on tenterhooks for about … Continue reading
Posted in AML, Legislation, Money laundering
Tagged AML, communication, financial crime, government, Guernsey, guidance, legislation, money laundering, publications, training
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‘Dammed if you do
In a rather handy follow-on to my last blog post, which discussed my reasons for supporting the inclusion in the AML family of businesses that sell services for cash, Amsterdam’s administrative court has taken an interesting step. A team of … Continue reading
Posted in AML, Money laundering
Tagged AML, corruption, due diligence, financial crime, money laundering, organised crime, proceeds of crime, tax evasion
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Back to school for AML
British public schools have a lot to answer for – David Cameron, BoJo, Michael Gove, rugby – but to this list we can now add money laundering. I don’t want to claim any glory (well, maybe just a bit) but … Continue reading
Posted in AML, Legislation, Money laundering
Tagged AML, due diligence, financial crime, government, High Value Dealer, legislation, money laundering, proceeds of crime, suspicion, tax evasion
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Getting the hump with money laundering
My father spent most of his working life abroad and when my mother and I were being awkward, he used to roll his eyes and say, “In a sensible country, I’d be able to trade you two in for a … Continue reading
Posted in AML, Bribery and corruption, Money laundering
Tagged AML, camel, cattle, corruption, financial crime, fraud, government, money laundering, Pakistan, PEP, proceeds of crime, tax evasion
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Once more with conviction
Every few months I indulge myself in a little daydream of doing a PhD in criminology. Like all good daydreams, it’s rich in lovely feelings – imagine sitting in the library all day, thinking deep thoughts about money laundering, breaking … Continue reading
Debt and dishonour
One* of the best things about writing this blog is that lots of lovely readers send me great stories. David in London (I’m using only his first name out of deference to his security background, but with that security training … Continue reading
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Tagged bribery, corruption, financial crime, government, money laundering, PEP, proceeds of crime, suspicion, tax evasion
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