HC-1.2.3
The Board of the
(a) Have oversight of the whistleblowing policy mechanism and ensure that senior management addresses legitimate issues that are raised;
(b) Take responsibility for ensuring that staff who raise concerns are protected from detrimental treatment or reprisals, and that their rights are not undermined;
(c) Approve and oversee how and by whom legitimate material concerns shall be investigated and addressed such as by an objective and independent internal or external body, senior management and/or the Board itself; and
(d) Ensure that, after verifying the validity of the allegations, the person responsible for any misconduct is held accountable and is subjected to an appropriate disciplinary measure.
Added: July 2023