ANNUAL REPORT 2021
LUNDBECK
ANNUAL REPORT 2021
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BUSINESS ETHICS AND
CODE OF CONDUCT
https://www.lundbeck.com/global/sustainability/responsible-business-conduct
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https://www.lundbeck.com/global/compliance-hotline
We pursue our business purpose guided by our Code of
Conduct that forms a fundamental part of our Sustainability
Strategy. The Code of Conduct conveys Lundbeck's
commitments and the expectations to its employees for areas
that are critical to the pharmaceutical industry.
In 2021, we consolidated the global standards that assist us in
upholding the Code of Conduct into a concise Compliance
Program. It outlines the needed governance and continuous
activities, for instance the annual assessment of risk, training,
and monitoring, as well as management's review of the
program's effectiveness. It builds on the trust we have in our
employees and is founded on our core belief "Responsible - we
act with respect and integrity in everything we do".
ETHICS BROUGHT TO LIFE BY PEOPLE
Our ethics are formed at the top in the Compliance Committee
with Executive Management members and key compliance
functions who review and maintain Lundbeck's ethical
standards. The translation into operational requirements is
driven by our Global Compliance Organization consisting of
Headquarter compliance functions and the 17 Regional
Compliance Officers who represent our global affiliates.
Collectively, they help prevent misconduct, detect compliance
issues and take prompt corrective and preventive action. They
support Lundbeck's Senior Management who are held
accountable for ethics and compliance within their organization.
Every year, we invest in the development of global awareness
campaigns and specific compliance training. We involve people
from the global organization in the development to keep the
initiatives relevant, engaging and ensure people know how to
act.
Our audits and monitoring efforts aim to validate the
understanding of the requirements and capture suggestions for
improvements of processes and controls. Specific feedback is
provided to ensure local management ownership and follow-up.
Lastly, our Chief Compliance Officer provides regular briefings
on current developments at meetings within the Board of
Directors and more detailed within the Audit Committee.
STAYING ATTUNED WITH SOCIETAL EXPECTATIONS
The regulatory landscape Lundbeck operates in is constantly
changing. The Compliance Programs help us stay attuned with
societal expectations. As a recent example, we have defined
our Data Ethics Policy in response to an update in the Danish
Financial Statements Act.
Our Data Ethics Policy states the principles we commit to apply
beyond staying compliant with current data protection
regulations. It is especially relevant in the development or
application of fast-moving, innovative digital technologies. The
Data Ethics Policy will help us make ethical and responsible
decisions on the use of data with maximal benefit and minimal
harm for individuals and society. You can read more and find
our Data Ethics Policy on Lundbeck.com*.
OPEN DIALOGUE AND ACCESS TO RAISING CONCERNS
We encourage everyone to have ongoing dialogue on
compliance and ethics with their colleagues and manager.
However, we realize that some questions, dilemmas or
concerns might not be discussed openly. Our Compliance
Hotline** is a secure line that is open for everyone to raise
concerns about a potential violation of the Code of Conduct. It is
a cornerstone in our Compliance Program that helps protecting
Lundbeck.
All reports are investigated in line with our global procedure that
safeguards individuals who report concerns, participate in
investigations or are suspected of misconduct. Our
investigations are guided by principles that manifest Lundbeck's
beliefs, including:
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• Protection of good-faith reporters against retaliation
• Confidentiality
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Cooperation
Proportionality
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