the risk (con’t)
In December 2013, the Group announced that it had been
informed by the Serious Fraud Office in the UK that it had
commenced a formal investigation into bribery and
corruption in overseas markets.
The Group is cooperating with the Serious Fraud Office and
other agencies, including the US Department of Justice.
Breaches of laws and regulations in this area can lead to
fines, penalties, criminal prosecution, commercial litigation
and restrictions on future business.