Debates over corruption and integrity in public life are intense, with the actions of public officials, government bodies and citizens coming under increasing scrutiny. Addresses debates about how individuals and institutions should behave in public life, drawing on a range of ethical perspectives and on case studies from different countries. Issues include at least some of the following: conflicts of interest; the limits of serving the public; lying and honesty; bribery and gifts; sex and sleaze; partiality and impartiality; the responsibilities of government to non-citizens (war, overseas aid, immigration, etc); the role of culture in defining corruption and ethics; whistle-blowing; civil disobedience; limiting corruption and promoting integrity through codes of conduct, watchdog bodies and constitutional engineering.

Note: Offered by the School of Politics and International Relations.