Any employee could make a protected disclosure (also known as whistleblowing). A protected disclosure is a disclosure of information which shows or tends to show one or more of the following has happened or is likely to happen:
- That a criminal offence has been committed
- That there has been a breach of legal obligations
- That a miscarriage of justice has occurred
- That the health and safety of an individual has been endangered
- That the environment has been damaged
- That any of the above events have been deliberately concealed
- The disclosure of information must also be in the public interest
It is important to ensure that any protected disclosure is taken seriously and addressed in the correct manner. The law surrounding protected disclosures is complex and our team of employment lawyers can help you understand and navigate the process correctly.
Our Employment Lawyers have experienced working with both sides on whistleblowing cases, we have represented both individuals and the businesses.