Whistleblowing
Employees who blow the whistle may face retaliation, such as dismissal, harassment, or unfair treatment.
The law protects employees who report concerns about:
- Health and safety risks to individuals
- Environmental damage
- Criminal offenses
- Non-compliance with the law
- The cover-up of any of the above
At Wildings Employment Law Solicitors, we have extensive experience handling whistleblowing cases. We assist employees who have been victimised for whistleblowing and offer practical advice on how to report concerns safely and effectively.
Whistleblowing law is governed by the Public Interest Disclosure Act, which can be complex. If you are considering blowing the whistle, we strongly recommend seeking advice from an experienced employment law solicitor as soon as possible.
Time Limits
If an employee faces detriment or dismissal due to making a protected disclosure, they have a time limit of 3 months (less one day) from the date of the act in question to file a claim with an employment tribunal.
There is no minimum length of service required to make this claim.
However, it’s important to note that before submitting a tribunal claim, the matter must first be registered with ACAS under their early conciliation scheme.
How can we help?
Book your no-obligation, fixed-fee initial consultation, either in person or by phone, to discuss whistleblowing in detail with an expert employment law solicitor.
Book your initial consultation with our Employment Solicitors in Birmingham. Freephone 0330 333 8797, request a callback or email info@wildings-solicitors.co.uk for specialist advice.
