The purpose of this policy

• Set our responsibilities in observing and upholding our position against bribery and corruption.
• Provide information and guidance to those working for us on recognising and dealing with bribery and corruption issues.

Scope

This policy applies to all individuals working at all levels and grades, including senior managers, officers, directors, employees (whether permanent, fixed term, or temporary), consultants, contractors, trainees, seconded staff, homeworkers, casual workers, agency staff, volunteers, interns, agents, sponsors, or any other person associated with us, or any of our subsidiaries or their employees, wherever located.

Policy

• Monofix Ltd prohibits the offering, promising, giving, accepting, or seeking of a bribe in any form.
• Direct and indirect actions or payments, in cash or kind.
• Bribery of and by any private person or company or any public official.

Gifts and Hospitality

This policy does not prohibit standard and appropriate hospitality or the giving/receiving of a nominal gift if it is customary, reasonable, and not intended to influence the recipient.

Record-Keeping

Monofix will keep financial records and have appropriate internal controls in place, which will evidence the business reason for making payments to third parties.

Training

Monofix will provide training on this policy to all employees, ensuring that its anti-bribery commitments are understood and respected.

Responsibility

Responsibility for the policy lies with the Board of Directors of Monofix. All staff are responsible for adhering to the policy and are encouraged to raise concerns about malpractice as soon as possible.

Reporting Violations

If anyone believes or suspects that a conflict with this policy has occurred or may occur, they must notify their line manager or report it through our Whistleblowing Policy.

Protection

Individuals who refuse to accept or offer a bribe, or those who raise concerns or report another’s wrongdoing, are sometimes worried about repercussions. Monofix aims to encourage openness and will support anyone who raises genuine concerns in good faith, even if mistaken.

Review

This policy will be reviewed regularly and may be amended at any time.