UK Cracks Down on Bribery

摘要

The UK is seeking to update its anti-graft laws, clamping down in particular on bribery overseas in a move to "reinforce transparency and accountability," the justice ministry says. The ministry this week unveiled a draft Bribery Bill aimed at modernizing and simplifying existing legislation to allow prosecutors and the courts to fight bribery more effectively. It also encourages businesses to put in place safeguards to ensure that all employees are aware of the risks surrounding bribery. Under the proposals, companies that don't crack down on corruption overseas will face hefty criminal penalties and fines, the ministry said.