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SRA to consult on co-operation agreements and whistleblowing protection scheme in drive to improve regulatory compliance. A formal leniency scheme will help flush out regulatory misconduct, increase public protection and reduce costs for the sector, the SRA has said as it outlined a 12-week consultation. Full story - Solicitors Journal
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