Key reminders and updates
Hear from ICAEW colleagues as they bring our five-pillar strategy to life and explain what it means in practice.
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has launched a consultation outlining potential changes to the SRA Accounts Rules. ICAEW members who prepare accountants’ reports under the Solicitors Regulation Authority Accounts Rules need to understand how new proposals will impact the work they undertake. The deadline to respond is 20 February.
If your firm falls under the Money Laundering Regulations it is essential to have the right supervisory authority in place. Michelle Giddings, Head of AML, covers how to check if you have an AML supervisor and what to do if you don't yet have one.
Find out what our firms thought of the monitoring review process in 2025.
Being an ICAEW Chartered Accountant sets you apart from the rest. Share our LinkedIn campaign to promote your specialist experience, technical skills, qualifications and accountability to your clients.
Register for upcoming events and webinars
On Thursday 19 March, join us at the University of Hertfordshire for a screening of “Crossing the Line”, the fourth film in ICAEW’s award-winning training series.
Hear about the ‘top 8’ areas where firms should focus their attention to support compliance with the Money Laundering Regulations.
Industry experts share their perspectives on the current restructuring landscape, how courts are applying plans in practice, and key considerations for practitioners.
Audit
Use our tool to check your firm’s ongoing eligibility, particularly following changes to firm control requirements.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
From 18 November 2025, identity verification became a legal requirement for anyone setting up, running, owning or controlling a UK company under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act. The planned Spring 2026 deadline for presenter measures has now been postponed until no earlier than November 2026, to allow more time to complete the director and PSC transition period and respond to stakeholder feedback.
A unique set of resources for all in an AML compliance role, read the section that corresponds with your role for full guidance on your responsibilities, and a reminder of essential resources.
Episode 27 of the UKFIU's podcast is now available. This episode focuses on payment diversion fraud in the legal sector, with a specific focus on legal professionals involved in conveyancing.
Regulated firms are invited to complete this survey which will help shape the update to the Proliferation Financing National Risk Assessment. Respond by 31 March.
Find out about our AML supervisory role and activity in 2025.
Insolvency
HMRC has launched a new insolvency practitioner handbook, providing a more streamlined way for practitioners to access the guidance and information they need to carry out their role. The handbook brings key insolvency guidance together in one place, making it easier to find, navigate and apply in practice.
Legal Services
In the latest Legal Ombudsman Spotlight article on early resolution, it highlights the benefits of resolving concerns early, sharing steps to help legal services providers deliver clearer responses, address issues promptly and improve outcomes for clients.
A new unified banking protocol has been introduced to make it easier for practitioners to work with financial institutions throughout the probate process.