Whistleblowing and Data Protection

Downloadable documents are available here with model policies and information about whistleblowing and the Public Interest Disclosure Act, and also data protection compliance.

Further advice

Seek further advice and guidance from your local CVS or umbrella group before using the PEACe model contract or other documents. Alternatively phone PEACe on 0203 349 8921, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday or email

 

Whistleblowing or public interest disclosure, is when a worker reports a concern about the improper actions or omissions of their colleagues or their employer, which may cause harm to others or to the organisation. 

Whistleblowing guide and model policy (Word download 162kb)

Whistleblowing guide and model policy - PDF (PDF download 67kb)

Guidance on whistleblowing, good practice for organisations as well as complying with the legislation, along with a model policy.

 

If your organisation handles personal information about individuals, you will have a number of legal obligations to protect that information including complying with the Data Protection Act 1998.

Data Protection Guide (Word download 226kb)

Data Protection Guide (PDF download 140kb)

Guidance on data protection, with information on the key legislation and how to comply, along with a model policy.

 

The material in these documents does not give a full statement of the law, nor does it reflect changes after the date stated on each document.  It is intended for guidance only and is not a substitute for professional advice.  No responsibility for loss occasioned as a result of any person acting or refraining from acting on the basis of this material can be accepted by the author or by LVSC.

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Page last reviewed: 1 October 2009