Law No. 190 of 6 November 2012, also known as the ‘Anticorruption Law’, introduces a series of provisions for the prevention and suppression of corruption and illegality in public administration in Italy.

The advice service on the application of this law is designed to help public administrations and organisations develop and implement effective measures to prevent corruption, ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting a culture of integrity and transparency.

Objectives

1. Regulatory Compliance: To ensure that the public body or organisation complies with all the provisions of Law 190/2012.
2. Corruption Prevention: Implement effective measures and procedures to prevent and detect corruption and illegality.
3. Promotion of Transparency: Improving the transparency of administrative activities and promoting a culture of integrity.
4. Risk Reduction: Minimising corruption risks and improving compliance management.
5. Improving Governance: Strengthening governance and accountability within the public body or organisation.

Modalities

1. Preliminary Assessment:
   • Assessment of Current Practices: Analysis of current corruption risk management practices and internal procedures to identify areas of non-compliance with Law 190/2012.
   • Risk Mapping: Identification and assessment of corruption risks specific to the entity or organisation.
2. Development of Policies and Procedures:
   • Drafting of the Three-year Corruption Prevention Plan (PTPC): Development of a detailed plan that includes measures and objectives to prevent and combat corruption.
   • Update of Corporate Policies: Review and update of internal policies to comply with the provisions of Law 190/2012.
   • Operational Procedures: Implementation of operational procedures for managing corruption risks and for reporting wrongdoing (whistleblowing).
3. Appointment and support to the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Officer (RPCT):
   • Definition of Role and Responsibilities: SSupport in defining the role, responsibilities and activities of the RPCT.
   • Operational Assistance: Provision of operational assistance to the RPCT for the implementation and monitoring of anti-corruption measures.
4. Training and Awareness Raising:
   • Training Programmes: Design and implementation of training programmes for staff on ethics, integrity and corruption prevention.
   • Awareness Raising Campaigns: Internal campaigns to raise staff awareness of the importance of regulatory compliance and anti-corruption.
5. Monitoring and Review:
   • Periodic Audits: Conducting periodic audits to verify the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures and adherence to policies and procedures.
   • Update of the PTPC: Periodic review and update of the Three-Year Corruption Prevention Plan according to regulatory changes and new best practices.

Benefits

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that the public body or organisation complies with all the provisions of Law 190/2012, reducing the risk of sanctions.
• Corruption Prevention: Implement effective measures to prevent and detect corruption, improving integrity and ethics within the entity.
• Promotion of Transparency: Improving the transparency of administrative activities and promoting a culture of integrity.
• Risk Reduction: Minimising the legal and reputational risks associated with corruption and illegality.
• Improving Governance: Strengthening governance and accountability within the public body or organisation.

Tools used

• Compliance Management Software: Tools for monitoring and managing compliance with Law 190/2012.
• Documentation: Procedures and records for managing compliance activities.
• Training Platforms: Online tools and training materials for staff training and awareness-raising.
• Monitoring Dashboard: Tools to monitor compliance activities and verify the effectiveness of anti-corruption policies.

Final consideration

The service proposed by 365TRUST of advice on the application of Law 6 November 2012, no. 190 – Provisions for the prevention and repression of corruption and illegality in public administration, is essential for public administrations and organisations wishing to comply with Italian regulations on the prevention of corruption. Through targeted advice and the implementation of effective measures, organisations can improve their integrity, transparency and accountability, promoting a corporate culture oriented towards ethics and legality.