United Kingdom· 2018In forceEnables
Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (SAMLA) (UK)
SanctionsAsset recovery
Summary
Post-Brexit framework giving UK ministers autonomous power to impose sanctions and make AML regulations independently of the EU regime.
Relevance to the diaspora
Legal basis for UK Magnitsky-style designations targeting individuals responsible for gross human rights violations in Sri Lanka.
Key provisions
- Sanctions-making powers
- AML/CTF regulations
- Designation criteria and review
Primary source
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2018/13Related entries
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