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3 December 2026 and 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM UK Time

Forvis Mazars 9th Floor 30 Old Bailey London EC4M 7AU

Round off 2026 with a look back at another eventful year in UK sanctions.

 We’ll explore the key developments and emerging themes from across the year, reflecting on what they mean for sanctions professionals and the challenges likely to remain relevant going into 2027.

And to finish, we’ll put your sanctions knowledge to the test with our Annual Quiz.

 We’ll be joined by Maya Lester KC (Brick Court Chambers, globalsanctions.com) to discuss the developments, and further exciting guests to be announced.

 There will be an opportunity to ask questions, followed by a reception.

Agenda

  • 18:00 – 18:20 Registration & Welcome Refreshments

  • 18:20 – 18:30 Welcome from Forvis Mazars, Introduction to ACSS and Chapter Update from our Chapter Chair – Michelle Linderman of Van Bael & Bellis

  • 18:30 – 19:00: Annual UK Sanctions Roundup and Fireside Chat with Panel of Experts.

  • 19:00 – 19:30: Extra-long Q&A with our panel

  • 19:30 – 21:00: Christmas-themed networking over drinks and nibbles (Pub Quiz at 20:30!)

Certificates of Attendance for Chapter Events

All ACSS members who attend Chapter Events will be identified and issued a Certificate of Attendance through our system. Certificates can be used to earn ACSS credits, which contribute to recertification and eligibility for ACSS certification.

ACSS CSS/CXS Points : 3

Please contact our Helpdesk at sanctionsassociation.org for more information.

Association of Certified Sanctions Specialists

The Association of Certified Sanctions Specialists (ACSS) is the premier global organization dedicated to advancing the professional knowledge and skills of sanctions and export control practitioners. ACSS is committed to offering top-tier training programs, including the Certified Sanctions Specialist (CSS) credential, which serves as the benchmark for professionals in this field. Our mission is to set and uphold standards for the sanctions profession, provide globally recognized qualifications, and build a vibrant, interconnected community of professionals worldwide. ACSS promotes the importance of sanctions compliance by delivering authoritative and respected content, serving the professional interests of our members, and enhancing their career paths. We aim to be the leading voice advocating for sanctions professionals, with a commitment to fostering best practices and safeguarding global trade and financial systems. Sanctions, as defined by leading experts, are the intentional withdrawal or threat of withdrawal of customary trade and financial relations by a government to influence the policies of a target country. This definition reflects the core understanding of economic sanctions and guides the mission of ACSS in shaping effective, compliant practices across industries globally.

 

Luke Firmin

Director – Financial Crime

Forvis Mazars

Maya Lester KC

Brick Court Chambers