Latest Whistleblowing News
Learn more from the whistleblowing experts. We have a selection of resources to help give you further insight into Safecall.
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What is a Protected Disclosure?
A Manager’s Guide to Protected Disclosures When employees are concerned about something at work, they often speak to their line manager about it. Although this shows great trust, it can leave managers worried about how to respond or what to do next. The first step is for managers to identify what constitutes a protected disclosure…
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Navigating the Worker Protection Act 2023: Enhancing Whistleblowing Services in Your Organisation
Worker Protection Act 2023 (WPA) legislation becomes effective from 26 October 2024, and places a significant responsibility on employers to proactively prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. In our recent webinar about worker protection we discussed this important change to UK legislation, focusing on its implications for businesses, particularly in preventing sexual harassment in the…
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Worker Protection Act 2023
Navigating the Worker Protection Act 2023: Encouraging Victims of Sexual Harassment to Speak Up The introduction of the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 marks a significant step forward in safeguarding employees from sexual harassment in the workplace. However, despite these legal protections, many victims of sexual harassment may still feel reluctant…
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Conducting a Whistleblowing Investigation
Conducting a whistleblowing investigation – the whistleblowing investigations process – effective advice & guidance Whistleblowing investigations processes are an essential part of any business or organisation. They support your business culture, build trust in your senior management and help protect your business reputation from both real wrongdoing and malicious hearsay. Organisations that conduct whistleblower investigations…
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Improving Culture in Fire and Rescue Services: Addressing Core Issues and Implementing Recommendations
In recent years, the culture in Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) has come under increased scrutiny. The latest update from His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) in 2024 highlights ongoing issues and provides crucial recommendations for improvement. After the publication of last year’s report, and the recommended actions contained therein…
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Understanding the Cost of an External Whistleblowing Hotline
Whistleblowing hotlines have become an essential tool for organisations to detect and address misconduct, fraud, and unethical behaviour within their ranks. Implementing an external whistleblowing hotline can be a significant investment for an organisation, and understanding the costs involved is crucial for effective budgeting and decision-making. In this article, we will explore the factors that…
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What is a workplace investigation?
A workplace investigation, sometimes known as a whistleblowing investigation, is a process conducted by an employer to address complaints or concerns related to workplace misconduct. The purpose of a workplace investigation is to gather relevant information, interview witnesses, and assess evidence to determine the facts of the situation. This process helps employers make informed decisions about…
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What is a whistleblowing hotline?
What is a whistleblowing hotline? A Definition Edited 30/07/24 A whistleblowing hotline or whistleblower hotline, is part of a whistleblowing system or process that is set up by a business, organisation, charity, or government body. The whistleblowing system or process is designed to help employees, volunteers, and others, to report wrongdoing, illegal or unethical behaviour that is…
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World Whistleblowers Day 2024
World Whistleblowers Day is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of whistleblowers around the world. Introduction At Safecall, we are passionate about empowering voices in the face of misconduct. We believe everyone should have the chance to be heard. Founded in 1999, our organisation was established to provide a safe and confidential space for people…
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What is investigation software?
This article answers the question ‘What is investigation software?’ It is an essential question anyone who is responsible for investigating workplace incidents, or having internal or external investigators whistleblowing reports, should be asking. In today’s intricate and regulation-driven business environment, maintaining a safe and compliant workplace is essential. Ensuring that reported issues are thoroughly and…
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Cyber Security – Safecall Receives Re-Certification for Cyber Essentials Plus
Safecall has once again achieved the prestigious Cyber Essentials Plus certification, marking our third consecutive year of holding this esteemed recognition. This certification underscores our unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cybersecurity to safeguard our operations and, most importantly, our clients. The Importance of Cyber Essentials Plus Cyber Essentials is a pioneering, Government-backed…
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What is the Protection for Whistleblowing Bill (UK)?
What is the Protection for Whistleblowing Bill? In the wake of a series of tragedies, British politicians are amplifying calls for urgent action to overhaul the country’s whistleblower legislation in the form of the Protection for Whistleblowing Bill. The current law, the Public Interest Disclosure Act of 1988 (PIDA), has come under scrutiny for its…