UK imposes sanctions on a Russian intelligence agency linked to the Skripal poisonings, freezing its assets and prohibiting UK dealings to hold Russia accountable for state-sponsored chemical attacks

by | Dec 4, 2025

UK announces sanctions against the GRU as Dawn Sturgess Inquiry report finds Putin personally ordered their activity in Salisbury in 2018. The GRU, Russia’s military intelligence agency, is now sanctioned in its entirety by the UK. GRU agents carry out Putin’s...

UK Parliament launches inquiry into the Govt’s Financial Inclusion Strategy, urging action beyond ‘box‑ticking’ to ensure vulnerable groups gain real access to financial services while curbing FC risks

by | Nov 28, 2025

The Committee will examine whether existing measures, such as banking hubs, effectively reach those excluded from mainstream finance and will call for a strategic, outcome-driven approach supported by the private sector. From a financial‑crime perspective, meaningful...

UK plans to roll out a mandatory digital ID scheme ‘Britcard’ by July 2029 for Right to Work checks and services, aiming to combat identity fraud with reduced data sharing and stronger security

by | Sep 29, 2025

The digital ID could enhance the verification process for company directors and persons with significant control, potentially reducing the risk of fraudulent activities. However, the centralization of personal data raises concerns about data breaches and misuse, which...