Spotlight on Corruption argues that the Illicit Finance Summit delay should not be seen as a setback, but as an opportunity for the UK to reset and demonstrate stronger leadership in tackling dirty money

by | May 21, 2026

It urges the government to use the additional time to set out a more ambitious and coordinated national strategy against money laundering and wider illicit finance risks, including stronger transparency measures, improved enforcement capacity, and tighter controls on...

Spotlight on Corruption briefing warns UK police reforms could either strengthen or weaken economic crime enforcement depending on safeguarding specialist capability, resources, and independence

by | May 20, 2026

It argues that consolidation of police structures and new governance arrangements could create an opportunity to improve coordination, intelligence-sharing, and overall effectiveness in tackling complex financial crime. However, the briefing also raises concerns that...

Spotlight on Corruption warns that crypto political donations threaten the UK democracy, as their anonymity and lack of traceability can hide the true source of funds and enable foreign or illicit influence

by | Feb 19, 2026

With no tailored UK rules yet, and some parties already accepting crypto donations, the briefing urges the Electoral Commission to provide strict guidance—such as banning anonymous wallets, using regulated intermediaries, and converting crypto to sterling—and...