Last updated 1st November 2024
“Offering, giving, soliciting, or accepting any bribe, whether in cash or other inducement, to or from any person or company, wherever they are situated and whether they are a public official or body or private person or company, by any individual employee, agent, or other person or body acting on behalf of DOC2UK, in order to gain any commercial, contractual, or regulatory advantage in a manner that is unethical, or to gain any personal advantage, financial or otherwise, for the individual or anyone connected with the individual.”
DOC2UK recognises that market practices vary across the jurisdictions in which we operate. Practices deemed acceptable and usual in one territory might not be so in another. This policy does not intend to prohibit practices that are customary in a particular market, proportionate, and properly declared and recorded.
Purpose of Our Anti-Bribery Policy: DOC2UK is committed to complying with all applicable anti-bribery regulations and ensuring our business operates responsibly and ethically. This policy applies in both the UK and India, and in any other regions where we conduct or plan to conduct business.
We adhere to the UK's Bribery Act 2010 and the anti-bribery laws of other jurisdictions in which we operate. We uphold ethical and honest business practices in all our relationships and dealings. We have zero tolerance for bribery and corruption and implement systems to counter such practices.
Our legal responsibilities include potential consequences for individuals such as imprisonment, unlimited fines, and for the company, exclusion from tendering for public contracts and reputational damage.
This policy covers all forms of bribery, including but not limited to bribes, gifts, hospitality, facilitation payments, political contributions, and charitable contributions. It applies to all employees, consultants, contractors, volunteers, and any person associated with us or our subsidiaries.
We require employees to declare and keep records of all gifts and hospitality offered or accepted. This includes ensuring that all expense claims are submitted in accordance with our policy.
Employees are encouraged to raise concerns about any suspected malpractice. Queries or concerns should be addressed to management.
Employees should report any offers of bribery or suspected unlawful activity to management immediately.
We support anyone who raises genuine concerns under this policy, ensuring openness and protection from repercussions.
Training on this policy is mandatory for all new employees, members, and trustees. Regular updates and training are provided to existing staff. Our stance on bribery and corruption is communicated to all partners at the beginning of our business relationship and as needed thereafter.
The Leadership Team ensures compliance with legal and ethical obligations. The director is responsible for day-to-day implementation and interpretation. Management is tasked with making sure their teams understand and adhere to this policy.
This policy is subject to review and amendment to maintain alignment with legal standards and best practices.
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DOC2UK
22 Camborne Road, Edgware, HA8 8FD
United Kingdom
Phone: (+44)7907355783
