课程概览
Navigating the complexities of the UK Bribery Act can be challenging – but it’s also essential to have an in-depth understanding of one of the most influential anti-corruption laws globally.
The UK Bribery Act applies directly to all UK companies and individuals, regardless of where the bribery occurs. UK companies are subject to it simply by virtue of being incorporated or carrying on business in the UK.
The Act creates a specific corporate offense of ‘failure to prevent bribery’ - companies can be prosecuted even if senior management didn't know about the bribery, unless they can prove they had ‘adequate procedures’ in place to prevent it.
This comprehensive training course will equip you with the practical knowledge and tools needed to protect your organisation from bribery risks while maintaining competitive business practices.
The UK Bribery Act is one of the world's strictest anti-corruption laws, with unlimited fines and severe reputational consequences for non-compliance.
Unlike many international anti-bribery laws, it applies to all UK companies regardless of where business is conducted, covers both public and private sector bribery, and holds organisations criminally liable for failing to prevent bribery by associated persons.
The key topics covered include:
Key offences under the Act and how they apply to your business
Corporate and individual liability under the Act
The principles of Adequate Procedures to help prevent bribery
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023
Identifying risks and red flags
Compliance and corporate governance frameworks
Enforcement and penalties for individuals and organisations
During this interactive training course the expert trainer will use a combination of theory sessions, practical workshops, real-world case studies and group discussions to help embed the learning.
The expert trainer, Manoj Nair, also presents training on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
This training course is part of our series of
Corporate Strategy Training Courses
covering the essential skills and best practices for all Company Directors and Company Secretaries, as well as business leaders and entrepreneurs.
Benefits of attending
By attending this training course you will:
Gain
a clear understanding of the scope of the Act
Understand
the key offences under the Act and the consequences of violations
Learn
tactics and procedures to prevent bribery in an organisation
Get to grips
with the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023
Carry
out risk assessments and identify bribery risks across different business functions
Conduct
due diligence on third parties and recognise red flags
Explore
how to integrate anti-bribery into corporate governance frameworks
Understand
the role of the Serious Fraud Office and the penalties for individuals and organisations
Who should attend?
This essential training course is for all professionals seeking a practical understanding of the Act and implementation strategies:
In-house legal counsel
Senior executives, Directors and board members
Compliance and legal professionals
Finance and audit professionals
Procurement and supply chain managers
Business development managers
International business managers
All professionals involved in third-party relationships or government dealings
UK Bribery Act 2010 – Core Concepts
课程大纲
Overview of the UK Bribery Act
Key offences under the Act
Bribing another person
Being bribed
Bribery of a foreign public official
Strict liability corporate offence – Failure to prevent bribery
Corporate liability under the Act
Individual liability under the Act
Treatment of facilitation payments and corporate hospitality
Consequences of violations – penalties and reputational risks
Case law illustrations
Practical exercise - case study discussion
Six Principles of Adequate Procedures
Guidance from the Ministry of Justice – to help prevent bribery in organisations
Proportionate procedures
Top-level commitment
Risk assessment
Due diligence
Communication and training
Monitoring and review
Overview of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023
Background and purpose
Companies House reforms
Corporate criminal liability reform
‘Directing Mind and Will’ test revision
Reforms to Limited Partnerships
Enhanced powers for law enforcement
Seizure of crypto assets and improved investigatory powers
Definitions and interpretation
Interaction with the Bribery Act
Compliance in practice
Risk mapping: business functions vulnerable to bribery
Gifts, hospitality and facilitation payments – what’s acceptable?
Red flags in procurement, agent relationships, third-party intermediaries
Whistleblowing & internal reporting mechanisms
Integrating anti-bribery into corporate governance frameworks
Case examples where corporate self-reporting was key
Enforcement, sanctions & case studies
Role of the Serious Fraud Office (SFO)
Penalties for individuals and organisations
Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPAs)
Case studies