Make whistleblowing work in local government with the UK’s leading expert.
Local authorities manage public funds, deliver essential services, and operate under constant oversight. When whistleblowing systems fail, the risks are serious: fraud, safeguarding failures, misuse of funds, and the loss of public trust.
Protect helps councils and local authorities put in place whistleblowing frameworks that give staff safe reporting routes and ensure leaders respond swiftly, lawfully, and transparently.
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Why local authorities work with us.
Protect helps local government strengthen governance, protect public money, and foster the culture of accountability essential to sustaining public trust.
Protecting public funds and services.
We help you establish whistleblowing systems that act as an early warning against fraud, corruption, financial mismanagement, or inappropriate use of public resources. Our independent expertise ensures issues are flagged quickly and addressed before they affect service delivery.
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Strengthening public trust and accountability.
In an environment of increasing scrutiny, demonstrating integrity is non-negotiable. By embedding a safe speak-up culture, your authority shows citizens, employees, and regulators that you take concerns seriously, reinforcing your reputation for good governance.
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Reinforcing governance and ethical leadership.
Local authorities face complex risks from conflicts of interest to maladministration. We provide the tools and guidance to put robust reporting mechanisms in place, ensuring serious concerns are escalated, investigated impartially, and acted upon appropriately at every level, from frontline staff to elected members.
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Create a culture where staff feel safe to speak up.
Your staff are often the first to spot when something is wrong. We help you build an environment where employees feel safe and confident to speak up in the public interest, without fear of reprisal, turning concerns into opportunities for improvement and stronger services.
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