MGMT2010 (9) Whistleblowers, Heroes or Criminals?

What is the most appropriate of explaining of a whistleblower?

A person who discovers corporate misconduct and chooses to bring it to the attention of others

What is the fact of retaliation?

Retaliation against employees who report misconduct continues to occur at unacceptable rates

What are the ways of ethical whistle blowing by Phil;yer 2019?

1. If company causing serious harm or illegality, employee should report

2. If serious threat of harm - report and state moral concern

3. If supervisor does not act, the employee should try all internal procedures and chain of command to the board of directors

4. Whistleblower must have documented evidence (convincing and reasonable)

5. Need a valid reasons to believe it will result in a remedy to the situation

Hong Kong Whistleblower Policies

No legal requirement in Hong Kong to have a Whistleblower policy

Listed companies are recommended to have a Whistleblower policy