Anti-Competitive Agreements

• 10 Minutes
• For all staff
• UK

Any agreement between companies that restricts competition is a criminal offence, and nothing has to be written down. A casual conversation can be enough to create the perception of an anti-competitive arrangement. This 10-minute express module helps staff learn how to avoid breaching competition law in the situations where the risk actually arises.

Cartel cases frequently begin at trade associations, industry events and in conversations between people who have known each other for years. Penalties reach a significant share of global turnover, and individuals face disqualification or prosecution. A short module targeted at commercial staff addresses the specific moment where the offence is committed, which is usually unplanned.