Why UK Sanctions Review Recommendations Lack Substance

Why UK Sanctions Review Recommendations Lack Substance

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In an article published by Law360, Partner Lloyd Firth, Counsel Frederick Saugman and Senior Associate Alice Lepeuple discuss the findings of the UK Government 's review of sanctions implementation and enforcement, and analyze the Review's recommendations to determine whether they meet the Government’s compliance ambitions.

Excerpt: "On May 15, the U.K. government published the conclusions of its cross-government review of U.K. sanctions implementation and enforcement. Launched in October 2024 and led by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in collaboration with sanctions departments and agencies, the review makes recommendations to facilitate compliance with U.K. sanctions, increase deterrence against breaches, and invigorate the cross-government tool kit of sanctions enforcement."

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