Roger Gherson, Senior Partner at Gherson Solicitors LLP, has been featured in Luxury London, commenting on how tax uncertainty, immigration policy and the UK’s investment landscape may influence the decisions of High-Net-Worth individuals. The article, “What will Andy Burnham’s premiership mean for UK wealth?”, explores the potential impact of future tax reforms on wealthy individuals … Continued
Roger Gherson featured in Financial Regulation International discussing the UK’s proposed investor visa Reports of a new “invite-only” UK Investor visa have reignited discussions about how the UK can attract international investment. In the latest edition of Financial Regulation International, Roger Gherson, Senior Partner at Gherson LLP, explores whether a new Investor visa alone would be enough to … Continued
The European Union’s long-anticipated Anti-Corruption Directive is set to reshape how organisations approach corruption risk, governance and compliance across the EU and beyond. In the latest issue of inCOMPLIANCE, Caroline Black, Consultant at Gherson Solicitors LLP, explores the practical implications of the Directive, including how businesses should prepare for a more harmonised anti-corruption framework and evolving compliance expectations. Read the … Continued
The UK’s latest sanctions measures signal a significant shift in how regulators view the role of crypto-assets in sanctions compliance and enforcement. Originally published in Law360, Thomas Cattee, Partner and Head of White-Collar Crime at Gherson LLP, examines how the UK’s latest sanctions package reflects increasing regulatory scrutiny of crypto exchanges, payment networks and digital … Continued
Thomas Cattee, Partner and Head of White-Collar Crime at Gherson, has been featured across several international financial and cryptocurrency publications commenting on the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) proposed regulatory framework for cryptoassets and the practical challenges firms may face in obtaining authorisation. His comments were published in: Traders Union – UK crypto rules aim to … Continued
How have the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) used Crypto Wallet Freezing and Forfeiture Orders since their introduction in April 2024 – Part 2 Introduction of Crypto Wallet Freezing Order In 2023, the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (the “ECCT”) amended the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) to … Continued
Thomas Cattee, White-Collar Crime Partner at Gherson Solicitors LLP, has been featured in TechRound, discussing the Bank of England’s evolving approach to stablecoin regulation, and what it could mean for the future of the UK’s digital asset sector. Commenting on the proposed regulatory framework, Tom noted: “The Bank of England’s softer stance on stablecoins does … Continued
Thomas Cattee, Partner at Gherson Solicitors LLP, has authored an article for Law360 examining the Bank of England’s recent decision to soften elements of its proposed framework for sterling-backed stablecoins. The article explores how the revised approach may support growth in the UK’s digital asset sector while maintaining appropriate safeguards for financial stability. It also … Continued
Roger Gherson, Senior Partner at Gherson Solicitors LLP, comments in The Legal Diary on the UK Government’s latest sanctions package, targeting cryptocurrency networks and financial institutions linked to Russia. “The most recent package of sanctions targets financial institutions and crypto networks demonstrating that the UK Government remains fully committed to using this largely political tool … Continued
Thomas Cattee, Partner and Head of White Collar Crime at Gherson Solicitors LLP, has published an opinion piece in GRIP titled “Why the UK’s stablecoin pivot is an example of regulatory credibility”. In the article, Thomas discusses whether the UK can deliver “the one thing global financial markets value most: regulatory certainty”. He explores the … Continued
As the UK introduces tighter rules on bank account closures, financial institutions continue to face increasing pressure to balance financial crime compliance obligations with fair access to banking services for their customers. A recent article by Compliance Week examines the evolving debanking landscape, including the regulatory, reputational and operational challenges facing banks and payment service … Continued
The Financial Conduct Authority has led an international week of action against illegal financial promotions by social media influencers, as it called on platforms to do more to stop harmful content at source. Caroline Black, consultant at Gherson Solicitors LLP, said: “It is notable that influencers have become a key target for the FCA and … Continued