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In a survey carried out by the Institute of Business Ethics (IBE) employees were asked a series of questions which revealed that whilst UK employees were found to be more lenient in their approach to questionable workplace behaviour or attitudes compared to the European average; however, they were more likely to blow the whistle if … Read more
Since June 2013 the requirement has been for any potential whistleblowers to make their disclosure of information. This has been issued in public interest yet it is not a concept defined in a statute. The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has given some guidance which may be helpful in narrowing down the scope of concept. The … Read more
Is there really a difference between a whistleblower and a snitch? The line separating the two seems to get blurry as the days go by. While a snitch probably discloses information to save/ protect himself from repercussion, a whistleblower does so for the greater good. It is sad thing today that a negative connotation is … Read more
In 1988 the employee rights act was amended offering greater protection in the UK for whistleblowers against discrimination by their employers. The freedom provided by the law for whistleblowers ensures that illegal and wrong activities are spotted and dealt with. What is whistleblowing? Whistleblowing is the act of reporting or disclosing wrongdoings to the appropriate … Read more
Can an individual be liable for dismissal on the grounds of whistleblowing along with the employer? Apparently, yes! A recent case in the court, Alexander Osipov was dismissed on the grounds of making protected disclosures. This was done by the recommendation of two directors Mr Timis and Mr. Sage. An appeal was made that he … Read more
Image Source The act of disclosing protected information is commonly known as ‘blowing the whistle’. The individual responsible for bringing the information is known as ‘whistleblower.’ If you inform your employer about any malpractice at work, then the law protects you from any detriments including dismissal. … Read more
As of 2013 (the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013) Claimants in whistle-blowing claims have to establish that the public interest disclosure that they rely upon was made “in the public interest”. A recent Court of Appeal decision, Chesterton Global Limited & Another v Nurmohamed & Another [2007 EWCA Civ 979] has provided some additional insights … Read more