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Spotlight on PIDA and Whistleblowing in the UK

PIDA is the law protecting whistleblowers in the UK and it came into force on 2 July 1999.

by Andrew Breakwell

04.12.23

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Basics, Communications

Why Whistleblowing by Phone Is No Longer Best Practice

Telephone hotlines for whistleblowers are becoming less popular in the digital era.

Law and standards

The Protected Disclosures (Amendment) Bill: Ireland Transposes the EU Whistleblowing Directive

Ireland has passed a bill enhancing and strengthening protections for whistleblowers. It transposes the EU Whistleblowing Directive into Irish national law by amending the current Protected Disclosure Act 2014.

Experts Corner

Whistleblowing in Health: An Interview With Mr. Peter Duffy

Whistleblowers are increasingly shining a light on bad practice in healthcare. UK Whistleblower Mr. Peter Duffy tells us why he chose to speak out.

Communications, Experts Corner

Trust and communications: pillars of an effective speak-up programme

Implementing a speak-up system is one thing; persuading staff to use it is the key to making it work.

Law and standards

ISO 37002 whistleblowing standard – what organisations need to know

ISO 37002 provides guidance for organisations to create a whistleblowing management system based on trust, impartiality and protection.

Law and standards

BRC Global Standard: Detect Food Scandals Before They Happen

Learn what’s behind the BRC v8 requirement to implement a reporting system.

Basics

What is Whistleblowing: FAQ for companies

With the EU Whistleblowing Directive the topic of whistleblowing is becoming important for companies. This article contains everything you need to know.

Basics

What is a whistleblowing hotline? – Compliance in brief

Whistleblowing hotlines are a hot topic for compliance professionals right now. Find out all you need to know here.

Communications

What should the ideal whistleblowing policy include?

How to create a whistleblowing policy that builds trust and encourages a culture of integrity.

Basics

Key considerations for workplace investigations

8 top tips for conducting a workplace investigation with a specific focus on whistleblowing investigations. Guest article by Hannah Netherton & Steven Cochrane (CMS).