Dear member,
Welcome to the April 2026 edition of Compliance Institute's newsletter.
As always, be sure to connect with us on LinkedIn, X and Instagram to stay up to date with our news, events and latest developments as well as keeping an eye on our website, compliance.ie.
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Compliance Institute - News and Updates
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Compliance Institute's Annual Lunch 2026
Join us on Thursday, 14th May, for Compliance Institute's Annual Lunch, taking place at FIRE Steakhouse, Restaurant & Bar. Open to all members and their guests, this event is one of the highlights of our calendar, a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed and sociable setting.
The afternoon will begin with a drinks reception, followed by a three-course lunch, with entertainment from renowned mentalist and psychological entertainer, Shane Black.
We are pleased to offer two corporate table options for those wishing to attend as a group, providing an excellent way to host colleagues or clients while enjoying the occasion.
This year’s gathering promises excellent company, lively conversation, and an enjoyable experience throughout.
We very much hope you can join us.
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March Regulatory Updates & Table of Noteworthy Open Consultation Papers
Please click on the link below to access the following updates
1. Executive Summary
2. March Regulatory Updates (notable)
3. Table of Open Consultation Papers (notable)
Please note that you must be logged into the Compliance Institute website as a member to access and view the article (click below), which can be found under Library - Newsletter Summary Articles 2026 and Table of Open Consultation Papers.
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CP166 - Response Letter - Consultation on Prohibition Notices Under the Fitness and Probity Regime.
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Compliance Institute Working Group Call Out:
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The following Working Groups are currently looking for members.
Fintech & Innovation Working Group
The Fintech & Innovation Working Group provides members with the latest insights on current and pending Fintech and Payments issues.
Pensions Working Group
The Pensions Working Group provides members with the latest insights on current and pending pension, funds and investments issues.
Sustainability Working Group
The Sustainability Working Group provides members with the latest insights on current and pending Sustainability regulatory issues.
For further details or to apply to be a member of the above working groups please email [email protected]
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Compliance Institute Education - Register Now
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The Diploma in Risk Management, Internal Audit and Compliance , is offered by Compliance Institute’s education partner, Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI).
This diploma is aimed at those who work or aspire to work in risk management, internal audit or compliance roles in the corporate sector. A risk management and regulatory revolution is transforming our world; the emergence of new risks and regulation are shaping our organisations at lightning speed and is making our prior experiences and knowledge redundant. This programme to allow you operate with influence at a business leader level in your organisation.
Application is open to members of Chartered Accountants Ireland, Compliance Institute, and other recognised professional bodies including ICAS, ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA and CPA.
Registration still open
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Certified Short Course
ROI Certified AML and CFT 6 Week Short Course
This popular course returns due to high demand and will commence on Wednesday 15th April 2026.
This course will provide learners with an outline of the regulatory regime in Ireland to prevent money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT), together with insights from industry practitioners and group discussions on compliance practices.
Lecturer: Tracy Tookey
When: Wednesday 15th April 2026
Duration: 6 weeks - each Wednesday from 6 to 8pm
Course fee: €380
CPD:
4 hours LCI, FCI (Compliance), CFCP
3 hours CFRCP
2 hours Certified Bank Director, Certified Investment Fund Director, Accredited Funds Professional, Wealth Management Professional
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Joint IFCA and CISA Summit - Global insight. Local application. Trusted compliance - 17th April 2026
The programme will explore critical regional and global perspectives on artificial intelligence, anti-money laundering and data privacy, with expert speakers offering practical insight shaped by real-work experience across multiple jurisdictions.
Joining the line up of speakers will be Michael Kavanagh, CEO of Compliance Institute and Rachel Woolley, member of Compliance Institute's Financial Crime Working Group.
Compliance Institute Members can avail of a 35% discount to attend using the following discount code IFCA269.
CPD:
4 hours LCI, FCI (Compliance), CDPO
3 hours CFRCP, CSFCP
1.5 hour CFCP
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Navigating the Ethical Frontier - AI Transformation for Compliance Leaders
Free to Members
Date: Tuesday, 21st April 2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
CPD: TBC
Platform: Zoom
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A New Era for Financial Sanctions Compliance
Date: Wednesday, 22nd April 2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
CPD: 1 hour LCI, FCI (Compliance), CFCP, CFRCP
Fees: €25 for Members, €35 for non members
Platform: Zoom
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Digital Omnibus Unpacked - Navigating the Future of GDPR and Data Protection Compliance
Date: Tuesday, 28th April 2026
Time: 13.00 pm – 14.00 pm
CPD: 1 hour LCI, FCI (Compliance), CDPO, CFRCP
Fees: €25 for members, €35 for non members
Platform: Zoom
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Digital Document Fraud Detection: Practical Red Flags for Compliance Teams
Free to Members
Date: Thursday, 30th April 2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
CPD: TBC
Platform: Zoom
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Financial Crime Investigation
(In Person/Free for Members)
Date: Tuesday, 26th May
15.00 pm – 15.30 pm - Registration
15.30 pm – 17.00 pm - Event followed by networking reception
CPD: 1.5 LCI, FCI (Compliance), CFCP, CFRCP
Venue: KPMG Innovation Hub, Platform X, 2 Harbourmaster Pl, IFSC, D01 X5P3
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Human Risk Management - The Impact of Behavioural Science on Compliance Programme
Date: Tuesday, 9th June 2026
Time: 13.00 pm – 14.00 pm
CPD: 1 hour LCI, FCI (Compliance), FCI (Ethics), CECA, CFRCP
Fees: €25 for members, €35 for non members
Platform: Zoom
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Pride at Work - How to be an Ally
Free for Members
Date: Tuesday, 23rd June
Time: 13.00 pm – 14.00 pm
CPD: 1 hour LCI, FCI (Compliance), FCI (Ethics), CECA, CFRCP, CSFCP
Platform: Online - Zoom
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Can’t join a live webinar?
Don’t worry, it’ll be available a few days later on CPD on Demand.
Plus, you can complete a quick MCQ to earn your CPD credits, all at your own pace and on your schedule.
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Other Offerings to members
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European Anti-Financial Crime Summit 2026
When: 29 April from 08:00 AM
Where: RDS | Dublin | Anglesea Road Entrance
Compliance Institute Members can avail of a 20% discount to attend using the following discount code - 6V7LJEB6LD. Please enter the discount code in the Coupon Code field on the payment pop-up and click the Apply button.
CPD: 4 hours LCI, FCI (Ethics), CFCP, CFRCP, 3 hours CFRCP, 1 hour CDPO
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The Compliance Files Podcast series
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The Compliance Files’ podcast series now has 70 Episodes, 2,120 minutes of content and has been downloaded over 35,000 times and listened to in 112 countries.
To listen to these podcasts and other podcasts in full, please click on the link enclosed below:
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As always, we would like to thank you for your ongoing support and Compliance Institute membership.
If you have any ideas on how we can further support those working in the compliance industry, or if there is a topic you would like to see covered in our podcast series or webinar, please send an email to [email protected] and we will do our best to make it happen.
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