Menu
01/10/2009
BAE To Face Corruption Charges
UK defence contractor BAE Systems is to be investigated on corruption charges, the Serious Fraud Office has announced.
The SFO confirmed on Thursday that it intends to ask Attorney General Baroness Scotland's consent to prosecute BAE for offices relating to overseas corruption.
The move follows an investigation by the SFO into the company's business activities in Africa and Eastern Europe.
It is understood that the investigation involved contracts won by BAE in countries such as Tanzania, the Czech Republic, Romania and South Africa.
Any criminal charges would be brought against the company under the 2001 Prevention of Corruption Act.
The SFO said that it will prepare its papers to be submitted to Baroness Scotland when it considers it is ready to proceed.
(KMcA/BMcC)
The SFO confirmed on Thursday that it intends to ask Attorney General Baroness Scotland's consent to prosecute BAE for offices relating to overseas corruption.
The move follows an investigation by the SFO into the company's business activities in Africa and Eastern Europe.
It is understood that the investigation involved contracts won by BAE in countries such as Tanzania, the Czech Republic, Romania and South Africa.
Any criminal charges would be brought against the company under the 2001 Prevention of Corruption Act.
The SFO said that it will prepare its papers to be submitted to Baroness Scotland when it considers it is ready to proceed.
(KMcA/BMcC)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
30 July 2008
Lords Rule Fraud Office 'Acted Lawfully' On BAE Deal
The House of Lords has ruled that the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) acted lawfully when it halted a corruption enquiry into arms deals with Saudi Arabia. The decision overturns an earlier verdict when the court criticised the British and Saudi governments in April saying that the SFO acted unlawfully.
Lords Rule Fraud Office 'Acted Lawfully' On BAE Deal
The House of Lords has ruled that the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) acted lawfully when it halted a corruption enquiry into arms deals with Saudi Arabia. The decision overturns an earlier verdict when the court criticised the British and Saudi governments in April saying that the SFO acted unlawfully.
23 May 2012
Anti-Corruption Unit Being Investigated For Corruption
Officers working for Scotland Yard’s anti-corruption unit are being investigated over allegations that they were paid thousands of pounds by a firm of private investigators.
Anti-Corruption Unit Being Investigated For Corruption
Officers working for Scotland Yard’s anti-corruption unit are being investigated over allegations that they were paid thousands of pounds by a firm of private investigators.
23 May 2008
Football Corruption Raid 'Unlawful', High Court Rules
The High Court has ruled that a police raid on a football manager's home was "unlawful". Harry Redknapp and his wife have been awarded £1,000 damages for the incident, which will be paid by the City of London Police. The police have also been ordered to pay 25% of the couple's legal costs.
Football Corruption Raid 'Unlawful', High Court Rules
The High Court has ruled that a police raid on a football manager's home was "unlawful". Harry Redknapp and his wife have been awarded £1,000 damages for the incident, which will be paid by the City of London Police. The police have also been ordered to pay 25% of the couple's legal costs.
09 December 2003
UK joins UN's stand against global corruption
The UK will today join 30 other countries in signing the UN Convention against corruption, and so progress international cooperation in the fight against global corruption. By setting minimum standards and encouraging close co-operation between nations, the Convention is designed to "combat corruption" more effectively at an international level.
UK joins UN's stand against global corruption
The UK will today join 30 other countries in signing the UN Convention against corruption, and so progress international cooperation in the fight against global corruption. By setting minimum standards and encouraging close co-operation between nations, the Convention is designed to "combat corruption" more effectively at an international level.
10 April 2008
High Court Reprimand SFO
The Serious Fraud Office's (SFO) decision to drop a corruption investigation has been ruled by the High Court as unlawful. The SFO launched an inquiry into alleged payments made by BAE - a global defence and aerospace company - to Saudi officials to secure contracts.
High Court Reprimand SFO
The Serious Fraud Office's (SFO) decision to drop a corruption investigation has been ruled by the High Court as unlawful. The SFO launched an inquiry into alleged payments made by BAE - a global defence and aerospace company - to Saudi officials to secure contracts.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
