DBS checks and barred lists, professional regulation and the effect of convictions on employment.
Being included on the Disclosure Barring Service barred list can be very stressful if it means you can no longer continue in your job. People who are included on the list can’t take employment with children or vulnerable adults.
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Gifts and hospitality are often a cordial part of a business relationship. But directors need to be aware that failing to deal with gifts and hospitality in the right way could lead to allegations of bribery and corruption.
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Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPAs) are a negotiated settlement with the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), which a corporate can enter into after it has been charged with economic crime such as bribery, money laundering, or fraud.
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Investigations by the SFO usually come as a surprise to the business under investigation. The first the business knows about it is likely to be when the SFO turns up at your premises for the raid. It can be quite a shock.
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DBS checks are part of the pre-employment screening process. When you apply for a job, your prospective employer will run a DBS check, which reviews your criminal history. This is one of the ways to promote safeguarding in employment.
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As a professional, you’re aware that your actions should always be above board. Most professionals are careful to stay within the law, and uphold their reputation.
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