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Protecting your business against fraud: a practical guide
28 Oct 2026A single successful attack can threaten a business’s survival. Our fraud team sets out the common scams to watch for and practical safeguards that make your business a harder target.
SFO updates self-reporting guidance - what the new direct line means for corporates
15 Oct 2026The SFO’s amended Corporate Cooperation Guidance gives companies’ lawyers direct access to its General Counsel before a formal self-report is made.
SFO whistleblower rewards: lawyers warn of “moral hazard” – what the consultation means for fraud prevention
12 Oct 2026The government’s proposal to pay whistleblowers raises questions about juries, corporate trust and the role of proactive fraud prevention.
Deloitte hit with £6.1m FRC penalty over missed fraud - what it means for professional advisers
09 Oct 2026The regulator’s decision shows that auditors and other advisers are expected to challenge red flags, even where management is concealing the truth.
Insolvency Service targets phoenix directors - what the new crackdown means for fraud victims
29 Sept 2026As enforcement against phoenix companies intensifies, early recognition of warning signs will be key to protecting victims from repeat fraud.
Lloyds faces £1.2 billion Arena TV fraud claims - what it means for banks' duty to spot red flags
10 Aug 2026The level of intervention required by a financial services institution in these types of cases will continue to be scrutinised as fraud trends develop.
