Relevant legislation- Ireland and United Kingdom
Ireland
The primary piece of legislation in Ireland on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism is the Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) Act 2010 (referred to as the "CJA 2010"). This was amended by legislation in 2013, 2018 and 2021 and also by statutory instruments. Irish
Anti-Money laundering legislation contains the most relevant Irish legislation in respect of anti-money laundering. Follow the links to relevant Acts, regulations and statutory instruments (SIs). Useful articles and commentaries on the legislation, resources and other information can be found on the other AML pages.
United Kingdom
UK Anti-money laundering legislation contains what we consider to be the most relevant legislation currently applicable
to anti-money laundering in the U.K. Follow the links to relevant Acts, statutory instruments and guidance. Useful articles and commentaries on the legislation, resources and other information can be found on the other AML pages.
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