EU Whistleblower Protection Directive
European Union
2019
Consumer Protection
Overview
The EU Whistleblower Protection Directive (Directive (EU) 2019/1937) was adopted in 2019 to establish consistent protections for individuals reporting breaches of EU law. It aims to ensure whistleblowers are safeguarded from retaliation and that their reports are handled responsibly by organizations.The directive applies to both public and private sector entities across EU member states and is relevant to financial institutions, regulatory authorities, corporate enterprises, procurement bodies, and public administrations. It requires companies with 50 or more employees to implement secure and confidential reporting channels.
Key Obligations
- Establish internal reporting mechanisms that ensure confidentiality
- Protect whistleblowers against retaliation, including dismissal or demotion
- Designate impartial teams to receive and follow up on reports
- Acknowledge reports within 7 days and provide feedback within 3 months
- Maintain secure documentation of whistleblowing reports in compliance with data protection rules
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