This coverage addresses Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements and their impact on the accountancy profession, with reporting focused on regulatory obligations, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices relevant to UK firms. For CFOs, finance directors, and practising accountants, we highlight updates on anti-money laundering (AML) legislation, best practice in client due diligence, technology solutions supporting verification, and enforcement actions that shape compliance expectations. Coverage also examines how KYC processes affect client onboarding, audit scrutiny, and the broader responsibilities of accountants in safeguarding financial integrity.