Money laundering: Almost no reports of ‘suspicious activity’ coming from estate agents (PIE)
The National Crime Agency has now published its annual review of Suspicious Activity Reports – in simple terms, where someone suspects possible money laundering and has reported it.
Former Poundland owner lining up to buy Land Registry (TC)
A private equity firm which currently owns DFS Furniture is reportedly planning a £1 billion takeover of the Land Registry.
Law Society’s Investigatory Powers Bill concerns raised by Andy Burnham MP
Shadow home secretary Andy Burnham MP raised the Law Society’s concerns over legal professional privilege, during the second reading of the Investigatory Powers Bill in parliament on Tuesday.
Third-party complaints back on LeO’s agenda (LSG)
Third-party complaints and a revised case fee structure are on the Legal Ombudsman’s agenda for the coming year.