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This course will develop knowledge from the FD&FA foundation BS 5839-1 module and/or industry experience and apply this to the design of FD&FA systems.

Become a qualified assessor

Despite being a requirement under the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (MLR 2017), in 2023/24 the SRA found that 19% of files reviewed did not contain a client and matter risk assessment (CMRA), with a further 12% of files containing ineffective CMRAs.  At best, the firms conducting these files were putting themselves at risk of regulatory action for failure to comply with the MLR 2017. More seriously, firms may have been facilitating money laundering through their failure to adequately assess and address the risks posed by clients and matters.  The SRA has issued a number of significant fines to firms with no, or insufficient, CMRAs in place. In the year August 2024 to July 2025, firms were fined over £950,000 where ineffective or missing CMRAs were noted.  Although a firm’s MLRO, MLCO or its managers bear ultimate responsibility for ensuring its compliance with the MLR 2017, it is the responsibility of all those working on behalf of the firm to conduct and document the appropriate processes and checks on a day-to-day basis. Therefore, it is imperative that all staff understand not only how to complete a CMRA, but also the importance of doing so thoroughly and correctly.  This course will assist fee earners and support staff in confidently and competently completing client and matter risk assessments, understanding the types of risks to be identified and the importance of correctly identifying these.  Where the SRA has found failings at firms in respect of CMRAs, it has almost unanimously also found shortcomings in other areas of AML compliance. Where concerns are raised regarding a firm’s compliance with any aspect of the MLR 2017, the SRA will probe further and look into all areas of AML compliance. For information about DG Legal’s full range of AML training courses, please visit https://dglegal.co.uk/training/upcoming-premier-training-courses/.  Target Audience This online course is suitable for staff of all levels, from support staff to senior partners. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Paul Wightman, Consultant, DG Legal A qualified barrister, Paul graduated in Law from Birmingham University and was called to the Bar in 1994. He subsequently spent almost 20 years working for the Law Society of England and Wales, initially within the Office for the Supervision of Solicitors, then the Legal Complaints Service (LCS), and ultimately the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Paul is adept at undertaking audits and providing succinct reports on areas for improvement and can assist firms with advice on all aspects of SRA compliance and Anti-Money Laundering procedures.

Source of funds and source of wealth are two important verification steps a firm can take to identify potential money laundering activities or other financial crime. The Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (MLR 2017) require firms, where necessary, to scrutinise the source of funds of a transaction to ensure they are consistent with their knowledge of the customer, their business and risk profile. In addition, where a matter is considered to be higher risk and therefore subject to enhanced due diligence, firms must also investigate the client’s overall source of wealth. Law firm staff must be able to differentiate between source of funds and source of wealth, having knowledge of how to verify each and identify any anomalies that do not align with their understanding of the client or the matter. Staff must have the knowledge and confidence to challenge clients and seek further clarification where the source may be unclear or highlight concerns. A number of firms who failed to sufficiently identify the source of funds and/or source of wealth have recently been fined by the SRA. In the year August 2024 to July 2025, fines in excess of £475,000 were recorded for AML breaches that included source of funds and source of wealth failings. This course will assist fee earners and support staff in understanding the difference between source of funds and source of wealth, enabling them to capably identify and verify funds in a matter. Where the SRA has found failings at firms in respect of source of funds or source of wealth, it has almost unanimously also found shortcomings in other areas of AML compliance. Where concerns are raised regarding a firm’s compliance with any aspect of the MLR 2017, the SRA will probe further and look into all areas of AML compliance. For information about DG Legal’s full range of AML training courses, please visit: https://dglegal.co.uk/training/upcoming-premier-training-courses/. Target Audience This online course is suitable for staff of all levels, from support staff to senior partners. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Paul Wightman, Consultant, DG Legal A qualified barrister, Paul graduated in Law from Birmingham University and was called to the Bar in 1994. He subsequently spent almost 20 years working for the Law Society of England and Wales, initially within the Office for the Supervision of Solicitors, then the Legal Complaints Service (LCS), and ultimately the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Paul is adept at undertaking audits and providing succinct reports on areas for improvement and can assist firms with advice on all aspects of SRA compliance and Anti-Money Laundering procedures.

GDPR Practitioner

An evening of mindful stargazing practices, focussing on contemplating our place within the cosmos and our connections to it – scientifically, energetically and spiritually.

LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION Francesca Riccardi is a literary agent at Kate Nash Literary Agency. She has previously worked in sales roles at HarperCollins, Constable & Robinson, Atlantic Books (where she was recognised as a 2017 Bookseller Rising Star), and most recently was sales and marketing director for Canelo. She has worked with authors including Holly Seddon, Rachel Lynch, Cesca Major, Robert Fabbri, Marion Todd, M C Beaton, Catherine Ryan Howard, and Phil Rickman. Francesca is looking for character-driven popular commercial adult fiction across all genres. She loves books with a strong voice and sense of place, and is particularly interested in stories that are high concept, appealing to a millennial audience, and showcase lesser known experiences and/or female and diverse narratives. Francesca would like you to submit the first 5000 words of your manuscript, a synopsis and your cover letter in that order in one single Word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Francesca is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Tuesday 26th August 2025

The candidate journey is the process job applicants go through when interacting with Noble Foods. It encompasses every interaction in person and online, from the moment a candidate first becomes aware of us to the final hiring decision – and even beyond. You play a key role in the successful recruitment of new starters. It’s important that you have the skills to navigate all stages of the recruitment process to give the candidates the best experience, hire top talent and ensure we remain legally compliant. What does the course cover? What is the candidate journey and why is it important? The role of the line manager Legal Compliance The Noble Foods Candidate Journey How to fill out a Requisition How to post a job Selection Process Interviews Flexible Working Requests

Unlocking English GCSE Success for Dyslexic and neurodivergent learners FREE Parents information Evening ‘I just wanted to reach out and say how grateful we were of the support you provided to Brandon through the study skills sessions. I do believe the extra support helped Brandon achieve a pass mark in both English literature and language. We couldn’t be more proud and pleased for him.’ August 22nd, 2025 - G. Aelberry. Worried about your neurodivergent teens GCSE Eng Lit and Eng Lang journey? Look no further, welcome to my English GCSE study skills which is re-igniting in less than 2 weeks! Join me for my FREE parent information evening next week! 4th September at 7:30pm (UK time) Hosted by Paloma Forde, Dyslexia & Neurodiversity Specialist Welcome to my Information Evening Being held Sept 4th at 7.30pm This event is specifically for parents with teens either Year 10 or 11 who are studying GCSE English Lit and Eng Lang  who want to understand how my structured, targeted study skills can make all the difference and help their teen to unlock their full potential.  In this free info session, I’ll be sharing exactly how I support dyslexic and neurodivergent teens through the challenges of GCSE English Language & Literature with a proven, structured Study Skills Programme. This event is for you if your teen: ✅ Is going into Year 10 or 11 ✅ Struggles to revise or stay organised ✅ Finds the GCSE English syllabus overwhelming ✅ Has tried traditional tutoring but still feels “behind” ✅ Needs strategies tailored to a neurodivergent brain In this free parents info session, I’ll be covering: Why traditional revision doesn’t work for many dyslexic learners Exactly what happens in our weekly study skills sessions  How they’re specifically structured for dyslexic and neurodivergent learners How we use visualisation skills which will help UNLOCK your teens creative writing skills How I help students go from confused to confident An explanation of the 2 classroom levels which will be offered (Which you can access from as little as £20 per session) Plus you’ll get a sneak peek at all the resources included in my Google Classroom hub These sessions aren't English lessons. They're a game-changing support system for teens who learn differently - but deserve to thrive just the same. Click the BOOKING form to secure your place for the Parent Info Evening on 4th Sept at 7.30pm. This is for parents of students going into Year 10 or 11, who are struggling with GCSE English - or who just need a better, more structured way to revise that actually works for them. I know you want the best for your child. You don’t have to watch them fall behind. There is another way - and I can’t wait to show it to you. Join me live on Thursday 4th Sept at 7.30pm! Spots are limited so I can keep the session personal and interactive — don’t wait to sign up. Ps - By signing up your email will automatically be added to my mailing list. You can unsubscribe anytime. xx

This is an International Driver CPC - 7hours course - Vulnerable Road Users and it is suitable for LGV & PCV and will cover: Where Do We Encounter VRU’s? Who Are the VRU’s? Sharing Road Space, Route Planning, New Traffic Systems, Professional Drivers Role, Hazard Perception, Defensive Driving, Blindspots, Vehicle Safety Systems, Cyclists, Pedestrians, Motorcyclists, Horse Riders All courses start at 07:45 hrs and finish at 15:45 hrs All courses are 8 hours long with included 2 breaks of 15 minutes and a lunch break of 30 minutes. Approval: This course is registered with JAUPT as approved for Driver CPC qualification. Course Approval Number: ICRS5814/475. On completion of the course, all attendees will receive a certificate of attendance. Please note repeat courses are not accepted by DVSA and by joining this course you confirm that you are aware of the modules covered by you and certify that, if you have covered these before you are happy to repeat the modules due to needing further education on the subject.