PUBLIC views are being sought on plans to strengthen the legislation to combat bribery.
The proposed introduction of the Bribery Bill 2012 will bring the Isle of Man further into line with evolving international standards and ensure there are no obstacles in the way of Manx businesses trading with other jurisdictions, particularly the UK.
People are being invited to submit their views about the draft Bill, which is intended to replace the Corruption Act 2008, during a public consultation starting this week.
The Bribery Bill 2012 is being progressed by the Department of Home Affairs which is seeking the views of Members of Tynwald, local authorities, businesses and the public over a six-week period concluding on August 7.
The main difference between the proposed Bill and the island’s existing legislation is the introduction of a new offence. This will make a commercial enterprise liable to be prosecuted for failing to prevent bribery if a person associated with it commits a bribery offence anywhere in the world for the benefit of that organisation.
Views about the draft Bill can be submitted to the Legislation Manager, Department of Home Affairs, 88 Woodbourne Road, Douglas, IM2 3AP, or by emailing dhaconsulation@gov.im