The U.K. enforcement landscape this year is focused on combating financial crime, with agencies like the Serious Fraud Office taking a more assertive approach and aiming for faster case resolutions. Skadden’s Jason Williamson and Vanessa McGoldrick highlight how U.K. agencies are becoming more emboldened in their investigations while seeking quicker resolutions. With host Andrew Good guiding the discussion, they outline what companies can expect from the SFO, as well as new legislation, such as the new Failure to Prevent Fraud offence. They also discuss increased scrutiny of crypto assets ahead of new U.K. regulations taking effect in October 2027.

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The U.K. government's plan for a U.S.-style whistleblower incentive scheme marks a major evolution in HMRC's approach to tax enforcement. London-based colleagues Patrick O'Gara and Vanessa McGoldrick share their insights intothis development with host Andrew Good, discussing details of the plan, other U.K. authorities considering similar schemes and how companies should respond.

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In the wake of the Trump administration’s sweeping rollback of sanctions on Syria, businesses face a complex landscape as they contemplate reentering the Syrian market. In this episode of "An Ounce of Prevention," host Andrew Good sits down with Washington, D.C. partner Eytan Fisch and London-based counsel Jonathan Benson to break down a wealth of topics, including the parallel easing of sanctions by the European Union and the U.K., which activities remain off-limits and the practical implications for companies considering new opportunities. Tune in for insights on navigating this evolving regulatory environment.

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