The UK’s whistleblowing regime promises protection but, in practice, enables institutional retaliation that silences staff and imperils the public.
Employment tribunals were meant to be accessible for all, but unrepresented claimants—known as Litigants in Person—face a justice system that’s structurally rigged.
The UK’s whistleblowing laws are outdated, leaving many workers unprotected. The Office of the Whistleblower Bill aims to fix this with independent enforcement, regulatory penalties, and stronger safeguards.