Whistleblowing: Law and Practice
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Author Description
This book provides a detailed and authoritative survey of the law relating to public interest disclosure ("whistleblowing"). Six years on from the coming into force of the Public Disclosure Act 1998 (PIDA), the book looks at how the new system has developed, and provides up to date guidance on the key issues that arise in practice. It provides full coverage of protection for whistleblowers under, and outside PIDA; the obligation to blow the whistle; and rules, policies, procedures, and problems in particular sectors.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the legal framework and practical application of public interest disclosure laws in the United Kingdom. The authors, a team of legal experts, analyze the evolution of the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (PIDA) and its impact on workplace protections. They provide a comprehensive guide for practitioners navigating the complexities of reporting wrongdoing within various organizational sectors.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 and its subsequent legislative developments.
- Guidance on legal protections for whistleblowers both within and outside the scope of PIDA.
- Examination of the professional obligations and ethical duties to report misconduct.
- Sector-specific rules, policies, and procedural challenges encountered in practice.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Legal professionals and employment law practitioners regard this text as a foundational resource for understanding the nuances of whistleblowing legislation. Experts frequently highlight the clarity of the authors' guidance on complex procedural issues in the workplace.
Page Count:
639
Publication Date:
2007-04-09
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199299587
ISBN-13:
9780199299584
Public Policy
Law
Great Britain
Professional Reference
Disclosure of information
Employment Law
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