Money laundering in property: What the regulators are watching for, and what your law firm needs to know
Facebook Linkedin Instagram Money laundering in property: What the regulators are watching for, and what your law firm needs to know The government has published updated guidance on money laundering risks in the real estate and letting agency sector, refreshed in September 2025 following the National Risk Assessment 2025. The guidance identifies the property sector […]
The SRA wants solicitors to record their learning and have annual ethics conversations. Here’s what that actually means.
Facebook Linkedin Instagram SRA Proposes Mandatory Ethics Talks and Learning Records The SRA has launched a consultation on strengthening its continuing competence regime, including mandatory record-keeping of learning and development and a new requirement for annual ethics discussions. The consultation is open until 15 July 2026. Here is what is being proposed, why, and what […]
Yes, you probably need to register with HMRC as a ‘tax adviser’. No, it isn’t as alarming as it sounds.
Facebook Linkedin Instagram Yes, you probably need to register with HMRC as a ‘tax adviser’. No, it isn’t as alarming as it sounds. From 18 May 2026, solicitors who submit SDLT returns, IHT forms, probate tax documents, and a wide range of other HMRC-facing work on behalf of clients will need to register with HMRC […]