We believe that acting responsibly and fairly are important factors in achieving long-term business success.
Many of our Group companies have incorporated business ethics into their everyday processes for a long time. We are now developing common, group-wide standards for business ethics as part of our new CSR approach and have launched our Group Business Ethics Policy in 2010
Business Ethics Policy
Our Business Ethics Policy, and the supporting Handbook and Guidelines, are designed to help employees resolve day-to-day ethical dilemmas, such as situations involving anti-corruption, confidentiality, the misuse of company assets for personal advantage and the rules regarding donations and gifts. We are developing training materials and e-learning, as well as new reporting procedures, to foster transparency and improve our performance in these areas.
Sharing knowledge on complex challenges
Our new business ethics standards are being introduced by local legal advisors who align efforts and share issues and experiences across a group-wide network. This network is key to the further development of our anti-corruption and other business ethics measures and to increasing the level of awareness in Group companies. We recognise that there are challenges relating to business ethics and that these vary in different parts of the world. By sharing best practices and identifying possible issues early, we can continue to increase our understanding of the complex global issues.
Whistleblowing system
The Carlsberg Group Whistleblower System enables employees to report activities that may involve criminal conduct or violations of our company policies and guidelines. It consists of a website and a hotline phone number, which are managed by an independent third party to ensure the highest level of security and confidentiality. Reports filed through the Whistleblower System are handled by a few designated employees within Carlsberg Group Internal Audit who is responsible for evaluating the potential violation