In the course of implementing the EU Whistleblower Protection Directive, the Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG) was introduced in Germany, which aims to protect people who report violations of laws or other abuses in companies or organisations.

What is the Whistleblower Protection Act?

The Whistleblower Protection Act is intended to protect those who report wrongdoing or illegal activities in the organisation in good faith. It guarantees the protection of whistleblowers from reprisals, such as dismissal or discrimination, and ensures that their reports are treated confidentially.