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First Compliance Group, a specialist in compliance, training, and regulatory safety, has acquired Wrexham-based Duct Hygiene Ltd in a move designed to expand its national footprint and strengthen its position within the ventilation and cleaning sectors. The value of the seven-figure deal has not been disclosed, but the acquisition is expected to play a key role in growing both companies’ reach across the UK. Founded in 2004, Duct Hygiene provides ventilation and kitchen extraction cleaning services to help businesses comply with food safety regulations and the Building Safety Act. The company also offers fire damper inspections and compartmentation services, working…

A new global study has revealed significant anxiety among U.S. businesses regarding their compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). Research conducted by CSC, a leading provider of global business administration and compliance solutions, shows that a staggering 83% of senior legal and compliance executives are worried about their organisation’s adherence to the CTA. Furthermore, 76% believe the Act is causing widespread concern among U.S. businesses as a whole. Remarkably, only 1% of those surveyed report no concerns about their CTA compliance. The CTA, which came into effect on January 1, 2024, aims to enhance national security and combat corruption,…