Strong anti-bribery and corruption policies are essential for protecting your business, safeguarding your reputation, and remaining compliant with UK law. At DTM Legal, our Employment & HR team helps employers design, implement and enforce robust anti-bribery procedures to minimise risk and demonstrate a clear zero-tolerance approach.
Protecting Your Business from Bribery and Corruption
Bribery and corruption can occur in any organisation, regardless of size or sector. The UK Bribery Act 2010 places a legal obligation on businesses to prevent bribery, and failure to do so can result in significant financial penalties and criminal liability for both companies and individuals.
DTM Legal supports employers in embedding effective anti-bribery measures across their operations. Whether you’re looking to draft new policies, respond to an allegation, or strengthen your internal procedures, our team offers expert, commercially focused guidance.
Key Considerations for Employers
Employers need to ensure they have taken adequate steps to prevent bribery within their organisation. Key considerations include:
- Written Anti-Bribery Policies: Are your policies clear, up to date, and communicated to staff?
- Risk Assessment: Have you identified areas of your business that are particularly vulnerable to bribery and corruption?
- Training and Awareness: Do your employees understand what constitutes bribery and how to report concerns?
- Third-Party Relationships: Are you carrying out proper due diligence on suppliers, agents, and partners?
- Whistleblowing Procedures: Do you have a safe and confidential process for staff to raise concerns?
- Enforcement and Monitoring: Are your policies being followed, and how are breaches handled?
Our Approach to Anti-Bribery and Corruption
DTM Legal provides practical, tailored advice to help employers prevent, detect, and respond to bribery risks. Our services include:
- Drafting and reviewing anti-bribery and corruption policies and procedures
- Delivering training to employees, management and boards
- Advising on investigations and disciplinary procedures following allegations
- Supporting whistleblowing processes and grievance management
- Ensuring compliance with the Bribery Act 2010 and other relevant regulations
- Defending employers in related employment claims
Why Work with DTM Legal?
At DTM Legal, we combine legal expertise with a clear understanding of the commercial pressures employers face. Our Employment & HR team works proactively with businesses to reduce risk and respond decisively to any incidents that arise.
With our support, you can build a culture of integrity, meet your legal obligations, and protect your organisation from reputational and financial damage.
Get in Touch
To speak to a member of our Employment & HR team about anti-bribery and corruption policies for your business, call us on 01244 354800 / 0151 321 0000 or email employment@dtmlegal.com. We’re here to help you stay compliant and confident in your approach.
