Regulatory Alerts2019-03-06
Handbook for Legal Professionals, Accountants and Estate Agents on Countering Financial Crime and Terrorist Financing
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission issued this handbook to prescribe anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards for legal professionals, accountants, and estate agents. It mandates a risk-based approach requiring firms to implement robust corporate governance, conduct client due diligence, and maintain strict record-keeping and employee training protocols. The document further outlines specific obligations for reporting suspicious activities and adhering to international sanctions regimes to ensure compliance with Guernsey's legislative framework.
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