UK corporate offence of failure to prevent tax evasion
We detail below some recent developments which track the transformation of the UK's fraud prevention landscape and what this means for companies. WHISTLEBLOWER INCENTIVISATION: A TRANSFORMATIVE TOOL...more
On Tuesday (24 June 2025) the FCA published its Prescribed Person’s Annual Report on whistleblowing (“24/25 Report”), which covers reports received and acted on with during the period 1 April 2024 – 31 March 2025 (the “24/25...more
On 15 May 2025, the UK Government published the conclusions of its cross-government review of UK sanctions implementation and enforcement (the Review)....more
The United Kingdom is set for a step change in the way in which it combats tax evasion. His Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC) – the UK’s tax, payments and customs authority – has announced plans to adopt a US-style approach...more
In a landmark move, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has announced plans to launch a formal whistleblower award program modelled on the highly successful U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Whistleblower Program. This initiative...more
In the UK, it has not historically been part of the fabric of our legal and regulatory system to pay whistleblowers who provide evidence to authorities who are investigating potential breaches of law or regulation....more
Serious Fraud Office (SFO) Director Nick Ephgrave has consistently touted the benefits of offering financial rewards to whistleblowers. With the FCA also considering its position on financial incentivisation, and a supportive...more
Settlement agreements are a pragmatic and effective tool in resolving workplace disputes. The employee benefits from financial support and a dignified exit, and the employer achieves a clean break. However, when used...more