Cannabis Farms – A Growing Problem: Let’s Weed It Out!

Illegal cannabis farms are more widespread than many landlords and letting agents realise, with an estimated half a million operating across the UK. Shockingly, 90% of UK-grown cannabis is cultivated in rental properties, putting landlords at risk of severe property damage, unpaid rent, and even legal liability.

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Francesca Dowling from Canopy will uncover the real risks, warning signs, and preventative measures to protect rental properties from organised criminal activity. Learn how fraudsters bypass referencing checks using fake documents, shell companies, and identity theft—and how advanced fraud detection, AI risk screening, and automated referencing can help stop them before they gain access.

Key Takeaways:

  • The scale of the problem – Real-world stats and the financial impact on landlords
  • How rental properties get targeted – Common fraud tactics used by criminals
  • The hidden costs – Fire hazards, structural damage, and legal consequences
  • How to strengthen defences – Cutting-edge fraud detection and tenant screening

Register now and safeguard your properties from criminal activity!

Speaker

Francesca Dowling

Head of Compliance, Canopy

With over 20 years experience in the regulated sector, Francesca has worked in both Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering across multiple sectors, including Financial Services, Law and Gambling.

Francesca has written for major publications on all areas of Financial Crime, particularly around how to avoid being the victim of scams.

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