Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) Statement

Company: Community Gas Partners Ltd
Registered in England & Wales, Company No. 16529366
Registered Office: 64 High Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2AR, United Kingdom

Community Gas Partners Ltd (“Community Gas Partners”, “we”, “our”, “us”) is firmly committed to conducting its business in full compliance with applicable Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) legislation, regulations and international best practices.

We recognise that robust AML/CTF measures are critical to protecting the integrity of global financial markets and safeguarding our Investors, Partners and Stakeholders.

  1. Regulatory Framework:

Community Gas Partners operates under the laws of England & Wales, and complies with the following regulatory standards and guidelines:

  • UK Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 (as amended)
  • Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA)
  • UK Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018
  • The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations
  • OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains
  • London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Responsible Sourcing Programme
  1. Commitment to AML/CTF Compliance:

Community Gas Partners maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward money laundering, terrorist financing, bribery, corruption or any other financial crime.

We commit to:

    • Preventing our business from being used to launder illicit funds.
  • Conducting thorough Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) checks.
  • Monitoring transactions for suspicious activity.
  • Cooperating fully with regulatory, law enforcement, and supervisory authorities.
  1. Customer Due Diligence (CDD) & Know Your Customer (KYC):

Before entering into any transaction, we require all counterparties, Investors and Business Partners to undergo rigorous CDD and KYC procedures, including but not limited to:

  • Verification of identity, legal status and beneficial ownership.
  • Screening against international sanctions, watchlists and politically exposed persons (PEPs).
  • Assessment of the legitimacy and source of funds.
  • Ongoing monitoring of counterparties throughout the business relationship.

Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) is applied in higher-risk situations.

  1. Training & Awareness:

All employees, directors and relevant stakeholders of Community Gas Partners undergo regular AML/CTF training, ensuring awareness of:

  • AML/CTF obligations and internal procedures.
  • Methods and typologies of financial crime.
  • Procedures for escalating and reporting suspicious activity.
  1. Record Keeping:

Community Gas Partners maintains accurate records of:

  • Customer identification and verification documents.
  • Transaction records.
  • Internal and external reports of suspicious activity.

Records are retained in accordance with UK legal requirements and are available to regulators upon request.

  1. Reporting Obligations:

We comply with all legal obligations to report suspicious transactions or activities to the relevant authorities, including the UK Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).

Our internal procedures ensure that any staff member can escalate suspicions securely and confidentially to the appointed Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).

  1. Governance & Oversight:
  • Community Gas Partners has appointed a dedicated MLRO responsible for implementing and monitoring AML/CTF compliance.
  • Regular independent audits and reviews ensure that our AML framework remains effective and aligned with evolving regulations.
  • Senior management and the Board provide oversight and ultimate accountability for compliance.

Conclusion:

Community Gas Partners is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency and compliance. Our comprehensive AML/CTF framework is designed to protect Investors, counterparties, and the wider financial system – ensuring that our operations remain fully aligned with global best practices.

For AML-related inquiries, please contact:

Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
Community Gas Partners Ltd
64 High Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2AR, United Kingdom
Email: compliance@communitygaspartners.com