In recent years, whistleblowing has progressed considerably into becoming a key aspect of an organization’s corporate governance. It started with the adoption of the EU Whistleblowing Directive (2019/1937) and was gradually transposed into national laws, including Romania’s Law no. 361 in December 2022. This legal framework sets clear obligations for establishing secure reporting channels, ensuring confidentiality, and protecting whistleblowers from retaliation.
Since 2022, EU member states have progressed at different speeds in implementing these rules. While most have completed their transposition, the maturity of the systems and legal enforcement varies widely.
For private sector companies, legal compliance is only the starting point. An effective whistleblowing framework is not about “ticking a box” — it’s about building a trusted environment where employees, contractors, and even suppliers feel safe to speak up, and where the organization can respond effectively. But how can organizations ensure that their whistleblowing system is effective? Below are various core aspects which companies can use in implementing a robust reporting system.
Implementing an effective reporting system
- a) Choose the right channels
A one-size-fits-all approach rarely works. Employees should have access to multiple reporting options depending on the nature of the business: a secure online portal, a dedicated phone line, and the possibility of face-to-face reporting, the latter under...
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