Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy

 

1. Policy Statement

Drivetek Recruitment Ltd are committed to conducting business in an honest and ethical manner. We take a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption and are committed to acting professionally, fairly, and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships, wherever we operate.

We will uphold all laws relevant to countering bribery and corruption in the UK and in any jurisdiction in which we operate, including the Bribery Act 2010.

2. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to:

• Set out our responsibilities and those of all persons working for or on behalf of the company in observing and upholding our position on bribery and corruption.
• Provide information and guidance to those working for us on how to recognise and deal with bribery and corruption issues.

3. Scope

This policy applies to all individuals working at all levels of the organisation, including directors, senior managers, employees (whether permanent, fixed-term, or temporary), consultants, contractors, trainees, seconded staff, volunteers, interns, agents, sponsors, or any other person associated with us.

4. What is Bribery?

Bribery refers to offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something of value to influence the actions of an official or other person in discharge of their duties.

Examples of bribery:

• Offering a bribe: e.g. giving money to a client to secure a contract.
• Receiving a bribe: e.g. accepting tickets to an event in return for preferential treatment.
• Bribing a foreign public official: to gain a business advantage.
• Facilitation payments: unofficial payments made to speed up routine government action (not permitted under this policy).

5. Gifts and Hospitality

This policy does not prohibit normal and appropriate hospitality (given or received) to or from third parties. However:

• It must not be made with the intention of influencing a decision or securing an improper advantage.
• It must be in compliance with local laws.
• It must be given in the name of the organisation, not in an individual’s name.
• It must be appropriate in value and nature.
• It must be openly declared and recorded where required.

Lavish or excessive gifts or hospitality are prohibited.

6. Donations and Political Contributions

[Company Name] does not make donations to political parties. Charitable donations must be legal and ethical under local laws and practices and must not be used to conceal bribery.

7. Your Responsibilities

You must:

• Read, understand, and comply with this policy.
• Avoid any activity that might lead to, or suggest, a breach of this policy.
• Report any concerns promptly to the Compliance Officer or Line Manager.

8. How to Raise a Concern

You are encouraged to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of bribery or corruption at the earliest possible stage. You can report in confidence to:

• [Insert contact details of the responsible person/team]
• Via the confidential reporting line/email: [Insert details]

No employee will suffer any detriment for refusing to engage in bribery or for reporting in good faith.

9. Record-Keeping

We must keep financial records and have appropriate internal controls in place to evidence the business reason for gifts, hospitality, and payments made and received.

10. Training and Communication

Training on this policy forms part of the induction process for all new employees. All existing employees will receive regular, relevant training on how to adhere to this policy.

11. Breaches of this Policy

Any employee who breaches this policy will face disciplinary action, which could result in dismissal for gross misconduct. We may also terminate our relationship with other individuals and organisations working on our behalf if they breach this policy.

12. Monitoring and Review

The [Senior Management / Compliance Officer] will monitor the effectiveness of this policy and review its implementation regularly. Internal control systems and procedures will be subject to audits to ensure effectiveness.

Date Issued: 21^st January 2025
Next Review Date: 20^th January 2026
Approved by: John Scott / Managing Director