Generate a comprehensive Whistleblower (Speak Up) Policy compliant with the EU Whistleblower Directive (2019/1937), UK PIDA, and international standards. Covers reporting channels, protected disclosures, anti-retaliation protections, and investigation procedures.
โ ๏ธ Legal requirement: EU Whistleblower Directive
EU Directive 2019/1937 requires organisations with 50+ employees to establish internal reporting channels. All EU member states were required to transpose the Directive by December 2021 (with extensions to December 2023 for 50โ249 employees). Fines for non-compliance vary by member state.
External competent authority (optional โ national regulatory body for external disclosures)