Written questions

Money Laundering: Regulation

Commons · Question 67269 · Tabled 11 Jul 2025 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 21 Jul 2025

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she has had recent discussions with property lawyers on the potential impact of anti-money laundering regulations on the homebuying process.

Answer

Answered by Emma Reynolds, 21 Jul 2025

Under the Money Laundering Regulations, estate agents and legal professionals must apply customer due diligence measures to mitigate the risk that property purchases are used to launder the proceeds of crime. These measures include checking and verifying ...