Economic Crime Supervision Handbook
RegCanary analysis of a HMRC publication
Why it matters
RegCanary's analysis of what this means for regulated firms.
This represents a significant development for compliance teams, as it clarifies HMRC's supervisory approach and sanctions application framework. Financial institutions must review their existing AML/CTF controls against this handbook to ensure alignment with HMRC's expectations. The guidance offers transparency into enforcement priorities and decision-making processes, enabling firms to better anticipate regulatory scrutiny.
Compliance leaders should prioritize gap analysis between current procedures and the handbook's detailed requirements, particularly regarding supervisory interactions and sanctions justification. This document serves as a practical roadmap for navigating HMRC's economic crime supervision regime, reducing uncertainty in compliance operations.
Who this affects
Sectors and firm types identified in the analysis.
- AML/Financial Crime
Source
HMRC
Original publication, 20 October 2026
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