Unexplained wealth orders: How is the British law changing and will it stop dirty money circulating in London?

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The Economic Crime Act allows the government to convey the impression that it is ‘doing something’ about the proceeds of kleptocracy being laundered in the UK - but far more fundamental and far-reaching reform is needed, writes Áine Clancy

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Áine Clancy

PhD Candidate, School of Law, Queen Mary University of London, at ,

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