The 6R or 8R principles are ethical tools often cited in public administration and corporate governance to help identify and resolve conflict of interest. These "R" principles guide decision-makers—especially civil servants—in taking ethical, transparent, and legally sound actions.
| R | Meaning | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Remove | Step away | Recuse yourself from the decision-making process if conflict exists. |
| 2. Recuse | Declare & withdraw | Officially declare the conflict and withdraw from involvement. |
| 3. Record | Maintain transparency | Record the conflict in official records for accountability. |
| 4. Report | Inform authorities | Report the conflict to appropriate oversight body/superior. |
| 5. Resign | Give up position | Resign from one of the conflicting roles if necessary. |
| 6. Restrict | Limit involvement | Limit access or influence over decisions where conflict exists. |
Adds 2 more:
| R | Meaning | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| 7. Review | Regular monitoring | Periodically review policies & personal roles to detect emerging conflicts. |
| 8. Resolve | Take corrective action | Actively resolve the conflict with guidance from ethics bodies or laws. |
These principles are helpful in case studies, e.g.:
You are a DM, and your spouse is part-owner of a firm bidding for a government contract.
Use: