The Bribery Act 2010 - Role, Risks & Responsibilities - 2026 Update

Introduction

The Bribery Act 2010 continues to underpin the UK’s framework for combatting bribery and corruption. As professionals operating in the UK or international markets with UK exposure, it is essential to remain current with your obligations under the Act.

This webinar reinforces the importance of maintaining robust anti-bribery practices and ensuring that your professional conduct aligns with legal and organisational expectations. It provides a timely reminder of the responsibilities associated with client interactions, business decisions, and professional oversight, highlighting the measures required to prevent bribery and demonstrate compliance effectively.

It is an ideal refresher for professionals on their duties under the Act, highlighting key developments, areas of risk, and practical steps to maintain compliance.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Key Provisions & Professional Significance
• Brief recap of the Bribery Act’s core rules
• Implications for professionals in roles affecting business decisions, client interactions, or international operations
• Compliance Oversight & Enforcement
• Who is accountable for monitoring anti-bribery measures
• How professional responsibilities intersect with organisational duties
• Core Bribery Offences & Practical Application
• Understanding what constitutes an offence under the Act
• Examples relevant to professional conduct and decision-making
• Hospitality, Gifts & Reporting Obligations
• Best practice for professional interactions
• Mandatory reporting channels and transparency requirements
• Section 7 - Failure to Prevent Bribery
• Overview of corporate liability and professional contribution to prevention
• Risk mitigation strategies and documentation standards
• Defences & Risk Minimisation
• How to demonstrate ‘adequate procedures’ in practice
• Practical steps to strengthen anti-bribery controls within your professional remit

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Monday 13th April 2026

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