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Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy

1. Policy Statement

Central Designs is committed to conducting business honestly, ethically, and with integrity. We have a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption and are committed to acting professionally, fairly, and transparently in all our business dealings and relationships.

This policy is established in accordance with the UK Bribery Act 2010 and applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Central Designs.

 

2. Scope of the Policy

This policy applies to:

  • The business owner(s), directors, and officers
  • Employees (if applicable)
  • Freelancers, contractors, and consultants
  • Agents, suppliers, and any third parties acting on our behalf

 

3. Definition of Bribery and Corruption

A bribe is an inducement or reward offered, promised, or provided to gain an improper commercial, contractual, regulatory, or personal advantage.

Corruption is the abuse of entrusted power for private gain.

Bribery can take many forms, including:

  • Cash payments
  • Gifts, hospitality, or entertainment
  • Commissions or facilitation payments
  • Favourable treatment or business advantages

 

4. Prohibited Conduct

Central Designs strictly prohibits:

  • Offering, giving, requesting, or accepting bribes in any form
  • Making facilitation payments (small payments made to secure routine actions)
  • Giving or receiving gifts or hospitality intended to improperly influence a business decision
  • Bribery of public officials or private individuals
  • Turning a blind eye to bribery or corruption carried out by others on our behalf

 

5. Gifts and Hospitality

Reasonable and proportionate gifts or hospitality may be acceptable where they:

  • Are infrequent and of modest value
  • Are not intended to influence business decisions
  • Are appropriate to the business relationship
  • Comply with local laws and business customs

Cash or cash-equivalent gifts (such as vouchers) are never acceptable.

Any gift or hospitality that could be perceived as excessive or inappropriate must be refused or declared.

 

6. Responsibilities

Management Responsibilities

Central Designs is responsible for:

  • Implementing and enforcing this policy
  • Ensuring compliance with the UK Bribery Act 2010
  • Providing guidance on acceptable conduct

 

Individual Responsibilities

All individuals covered by this policy must:

  • Read, understand, and comply with this policy
  • Avoid any activity that could lead to a breach of this policy
  • Raise concerns if bribery or corruption is suspected

 

7. Reporting Concerns

Any suspected bribery or corruption must be reported as soon as possible.

Concerns can be raised confidentially by contacting:

Email: email@centraldesigns.co.uk
Contact person: Simon Hilton

No individual will suffer any detriment for refusing to take part in bribery or for reporting concerns in good faith.

 

8. Consequences of Breach

A breach of this policy may result in:

  • Disciplinary action
  • Termination of employment or contract
  • Legal action

Bribery and corruption are criminal offences and may result in fines or imprisonment.

 

9. Record Keeping

Central Designs will maintain accurate records of:

  • Financial transactions
  • Gifts and hospitality (where applicable)
  • Contracts and invoices

These records will be kept in accordance with legal and accounting requirements.

 

10. Review of the Policy

This policy will be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary to ensure ongoing compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Last updated: 14:03:2023