On 25 September 2024, whistleblower protection regulations come into force. One of the new obligations for employers introduced by these regulations is to develop an internal reporting procedure for whistleblowers. How to prepare such a document and what should it contain?
The internal reporting procedure for whistleblowers is a document that sets out the rules for whistleblowing. Whistleblowers, i.e. individuals who report breaches of law or ethics, play an important role in ensuring transparency and compliance. They help businesses counter fraud, corruption, violations of law and ethics. In order to comply with the law and protect whistleblowers from potential retaliation, employers need to create a procedure that complies with current legislation while being effective in practice.
In May 2024, Poland implemented the EU Directive on the Protection of Whistleblowers (Directive 2019/1937). Under the provisions of the new law, companies with at least 50 employees will be required to implement internal whistleblowing procedures. The absence of a procedure, or its improper implementation, may result in criminal sanctions, as well as negative consequences for the company’s reputation.
See also: Whistleblower Protection Act: new obligations for employers
An internal reporting procedure is a document that should not only meet the requirements of the law, but also build trust among employees. The implementation of an effective procedure provides employees with a sense of security, which in turn can help to increase the detection of irregularities and prevent potential crises in the organisation.
The internal reporting procedure for whistleblowers is a document that sets out the rules for whistleblowing. Whistleblowers, i.e. individuals who report breaches of law or ethics, play an important role in ensuring transparency and compliance. They help businesses counter fraud, corruption, violations of law and ethics. In order to comply with the law and protect whistleblowers from potential retaliation, employers need to create a procedure that complies with current legislation while being effective in practice.
In May 2024, Poland implemented the EU Directive on the Protection of Whistleblowers (Directive 2019/1937). Under the provisions of the new law, companies with at least 50 employees will be required to implement internal whistleblowing procedures. The absence of a procedure, or its improper implementation, may result in criminal sanctions, as well as negative consequences for the company’s reputation.
See also: Whistleblower Protection Act: new obligations for employers
An internal reporting procedure is a document that should not only meet the requirements of the law, but also build trust among employees. The implementation of an effective procedure provides employees with a sense of security, which in turn can help to increase the detection of irregularities and prevent potential crises in the organisation.
Learn more: Webinar: Whistleblower protection – implementation of the new Act
TGC Corporate Lawyers specialises in providing legal advice on the application of whistleblowing legislation. We offer comprehensive support in the development and implementation of an internal reporting procedure tailored to the specific needs of your organisation.
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TGC Corporate Lawyers specialises in providing legal advice on the application of whistleblowing legislation. We offer comprehensive support in the development and implementation of an internal reporting procedure tailored to the specific needs of your organisation.
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