John Robertson, a fierce advocate for whistleblowers and free speech, is taking on Synova LLP in court.
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
In the UK, whistleblowers confront powerful institutions to expose hidden wrongs, often relying on courage, thorough preparation, and legal resolve.
Written by John Barwell
Robert Wakeling’s relentless fight against planning corruption in South Devon highlights critical issues of transparency and accountability in UK governance.
Written by John Barwell
A landmark ruling and new legislation signal pivotal changes for whistleblowers in the UK.
Written by John Barwell
The ICO’s handling of Case IC-304160-D5V8 highlights systemic failures in GDPR enforcement, undermining public trust and enabling non-compliance.
Written by John Barwell
A comprehensive look at UK whistleblowing reforms, the proposed Office of the Whistleblower, and efforts to hold regulators accountable.
Written by John Barwell
Information rights · ICO enforcement · Public accountability The Information Commissioner’s Office presents itself as the UK’s authority for information rights. But where advice, guidance and proportionality are not matched by credible enforcement, data rights risk becoming paper rights: useful in theory, but too weak in practice for the people who need them most. Category … Continue reading “The ICO: Enabling Crime Through Inaction”
Written by John Barwell
The UK’s whistleblowing framework is failing, leaving whistleblowers unprotected and at risk.
Written by John Barwell
An independent Office of the Whistleblower could fundamentally reshape how the UK protects and supports those who disclose unethical or unlawful practices.
Written by John Barwell
The NHS’s rising legal defence costs reveal systemic issues prioritising reputation over patient safety and transparency.