THE PROTECTION OF WHISTLE-BLOWERS IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE SECTOR
THE PROTECTION OF WHISTLE-BLOWERS IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE SECTOR INTRODUCTION Whistleblowers in the public sector play a critical role in promoting transparency and accountability. They expose illegal acts that are harmful to the public interest, such as tax evasion, gross mismanagement, corruption, and collaboration. They provide "early warning signs" of potential liabilities for government agencies, allowing them to avoid or reduce harm to their particular missions. These workers' activities help save billions of dollars in public funding, which may instead be channeled to productive sectors that expand the economy, improve working conditions for public servants, and assure the efficient delivery of public services. Regarding health, safety, and the environment, public-sector whistleblowing can save lives. On the other hand, whistleblowers frequently jeopardize their employment, freedom, or even their own lives by providing relevant data. Approximately 61% of employe...