Whistleblowing

A whistleblowing claim may be brought if you have made a protected disclosure and then suffer a detriment, or are dismissed.

A ‘protected disclosure’ means you had a reasonable belief that there was, or likely to be:

• A danger to health and safety
• The commission of a criminal offence
• A breach of a legal obligation
• A miscarriage of justice
• Damage to the environment
• A deliberate concealing of the above

You do not necessarily need to make the protected disclosure to your employer. It could be made to a statutory body, such as the Health and Safety Executive.

If your claim succeeds in the Employment Tribunal, then you could be awarded compensation for loss of earnings and injury to feelings.

If you have made a protected disclosure and then suffered a detriment or dismissal, then it can be a difficult and unsettling time.  Claims are complex and our Employment Team can help you navigate the process. We shall advise you upon the merits and whether it should be pursued. We shall give you pragmatic advice to achieve the best possible outcome.