Conflict of Interest Policy

What is a conflict?

A conflict may exist where a reviewer, administrator or decision-maker has a personal, professional, financial or other relationship that could reasonably affect, or appear to affect, impartiality.

Examples

• Family or close personal relationship.
• Employment or business relationship.
• Financial interest.
• Previous direct involvement in the achievement.
• Commercial interest in the outcome.

Management

Material conflicts should be disclosed and appropriately managed. Where necessary, PAR may remove or replace the conflicted person from the relevant review or decision.

Commercial independence

Payment for an application, administrative service, publication or promotional service does not guarantee recognition or award selection.