All you need to know about whistleblowing

Managing whistleblowing in a multinational business means navigating legal, cultural, and operational complexity. Traditional reporting systems fail when they assume simplicity. This blog outlines why scalable intake systems must prioritise structure before software, offer local reporting with global oversight, and allow flexible workflows without heavy customisation.

Most compliance tools force teams into rigid workflows that don’t reflect how real organisations operate. This blog breaks down why your software should adapt to your structure - not the other way around - and what to look for in a flexible, scalable intake system.

The UK Bribery Act has been in force for over a decade. But in 2025, it's more relevant than ever. Not because the law has changed - but because enforcement expectations have.This blog breaks down what the Act covers, why it matters now, and what you need in place to stay ahead of the Serious Fraud Office.

Call centers are holding whistleblowing back—slow, inconsistent, and costly. AI voice intake agents, like ours, are changing that. They work 24/7, support 70+ languages, and deliver instant, policy-aligned transcripts and more. Read on to learn why AI voice intake is the smarter choice for compliance teams ready to move faster and can help streamline your whistleblowing process.

New compliance leaders are faced with a fresh opportunity to set things right, such as implementing the best compliance strategies along with technology to support it. Above all, you must also showcase your impact in your role. Read on to learn about the top things to do, if you're a compliance leader, in your first 90 days.

Workplace harassment is a widespread issue with serious legal, financial, and ethical implications. This blog explores the types of workplace harassment, key UK and EU legal protections, and the importance of grievance reporting in preventing misconduct.

Compliance is not about tick-boxing anymore. Now, it's about issues far greater, like reducing risk, protecting your organisation, and making legislative compliance manageable. This guide explores the top compliance management tools for 2025, covering key features, benefits, and what to consider when choosing a solution.

Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) is essential for organisations looking to manage risks, meet compliance requirements, and drive long-term success. This blog explores the key components of a strong GRC framework, insights from SpeakUp’s GRC webinar, and practical steps to implement an effective strategy. Learn how early risk detection, workforce engagement, and compliance processes can strengthen your organisation and create a culture of accountability.

To get people in your organisation to speak up about concerns, they must also understand when and what they can actually report. That’s why, you must communicate the conditions of whistleblowing, to both your team handling compliance matters but also to potential reporters. This article breaks them down and explores how organisations can meet these requirements.

What are the top 5 compliance and ethics challenges for 2025? From regulatory updates to whistleblower protections, read this blog to know what to expect and combat it with actionable insights for organisations.

Whistleblowers play a big role in the integrity and accountability of organisations. Those who speak up risk their careers and reputations to uphold ethical standards. Here, we explore notable examples of whistleblowing in the workplace, the changes these brave individuals ignited, and the broader implications for creating a culture of accountability.

The UK corporate governance code is a key framework for building trust and sustainable practices in organisations. With rising expectations from stakeholders, including investors, employees, and the public, it’s more critical than ever for companies in the UK to understand and apply the Code's principles. This article explores the Code's significance and its implications for UK businesses.

A conflict of interest occurs when an individual's personal interests could affect their professional judgment or decisions. Read on to know more and what to do when dealing with conflict of interests in your organisation.

The UK Worker Protection Act 2023, coming into effect in October 2024, puts new responsibilities on employers to actively prevent sexual harassment at work. Organisations in the UK must take reasonable steps, from regular training to implementing anonymous reporting systems, or risk increased compensation claims. Discover how your business can stay compliant and foster a safer workplace.

How can you make sure your whistleblowing policy is complete and complies to goverment rules and regulations? Read our extensive 10 step guide for writing the optimal policy.

Major food and beverage scandals highlight the importance of whistleblowing in ensuring safe production and ethical conduct. Yet, the industry still faces significant misconduct. Discover the types of whistleblowing cases, the challenges within the food and beverage sector, and how to keep safety at the forefront of production.

Whistleblowing cases are on the rise. In 2023, there was a stunning rise in reports across Europe, North America, and South America. With new laws and regulations developing, it's important to know what whistleblowing entails. Read on to know what whistleblowing means, common claims, types of whistleblowers and more.

This article provides a list of 8 key factors chief compliance officers and case handlers need to consider when selecting misconduct reporting channels.

You've probably heard it by now: AI is at our fingertips. The 2024 Apple Worldwide Developers Conference announced AI integration into iOS and macOS via Siri and OpenAI's ChatGPT, impacting over 1.46 billion users. This leap brings urgent compliance and security challenges. Companies must act swiftly to address data privacy, regulatory compliance, and cybersecurity risks. Read to learn more.

In the automotive world, whistleblowing cases are not new. With major headliners like emissions fraud and faulty airbags surfacing, robust reporting mechanisms are more important than ever. Now, whistleblowing is crucial for maintaining accountability and safety. Discover the top 5 reasons you should not ignore whistleblowing and reliable reporting mechanisms in place in the automotive industry.

As the backbone of ethical operations within your organisation, you play a critical role in shaping a safe and compliant workplace. Misconduct comes in different shapes and sizes but has one thing in mutual: it can cost your organisation and employees big time. Read on to learn about effectively handling misconduct.

We live in a world where having a culture of silence is simply not acceptable. Organisations must work towards creating a safe environment where employees are comfortable voicing their questions, feedback or worries. Psychological safety plays an integral part in this. But what can you do to make a work environment psychologically safe? Read this blog for the rundown.

Employees who see wrongdoing are in a vulnerable position. They may be hesitant to speak up when they see wrongdoing out of fear of repercussions. Read on to discover why employees don't speak up when they see wrongdoing, and how you can support them to use their voice by developing a speak up culture.

Artificial intelligence is taking over – you have probably heard this phrase by now. While AI is making lives easier, SpeakUp is excited to explain what will change in the landscape of whistleblowing following this technological shift.

'Speak up culture' is more than a phrase. For employees and organisations alike, speaking up can lead to valuable change. But what does a speak up culture really encompass? And what can you do to build it? Learn everything there is to know about it in this blog.

Is your whistleblower policy a safety net or a tightrope? In this blog, we dissect the essentials of crafting robust policies, ensuring your approach to global misconduct and whistleblower reporting is not just compliant, but exemplary.

How does whistleblowing and misconduct reporting work when it comes to different languages? Thankfully, machine translations are here to rescue, but we cannot forget about human translations. Learn how using both solves multilingual case management.

Whistleblowing laws and regulations are changing; what do you need to be aware of in 2024? Learn more in this blog.

Understanding the EU Whistleblower Directive is critical for organisations striving for compliance and transparency. This guide provides practical steps to align with the Directive.

If you're finding that misconduct reports are notably absent in your organisation, it's crucial to tackle the underlying issues head-on. Dive into our blog to understand the reasons behind the silence.

Global whistleblowing regulations are not just checkboxes for organisations — they're your first line of defence against misconduct and reputational harm. But for actionable change to happen, you must empower people to speak up and lower the barrier with proper procedures in place. In this blog, you can find the top tips we advise when it comes to complying with global whistleblowing regulations.

Let's rewind the tape a bit. From a consultancy agency in the early 00s to an industry leading whistleblowing software provider helping 2000+ organisations create meaningful change; we’ve had quite a metamorphosis. In the light of that, we’ve adopted a refreshed brand identity to reflect our new positioning. To give you the full scoop on our story, we wanted to share with you how it all began.