How to avoid conflicts of interest

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1Avoid favouritism

  • Treat all clients fairly. Do not give any preference to particular clients, that includes your friends and relatives.

  • Do not provide advice or assistance in official matters that is based on confidential information communicated to you by your employers or clients. If you receive a request for this kind of help, refuse it and explain that it is against the codes of conduct of your company and professional bodies.

  • Do not testify as an expert witness in legal actions if the case involves a conflict of your personal interest.