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VIDEO · 12 AUGUST 2026

Video: Protected Disclosures In Ireland – Episode 5

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When a worker raises a protected disclosure in Ireland, employers must follow specific legal procedures under the Protected Disclosures Act 2014. This video outlines the critical steps organisations need to take, from establishing internal reporting channels to conducting proper investigations and avoiding criminal offences. Understanding these requirements is essential for maintaining compliance and protecting both whistleblowers and the organisation.

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If a worker raises a protected disclosure, do you know the steps your organisation needs to take?

In this video from our Employment Law Essentials series, Joseph Hewitt of the Employment, Pensions & Incentives team at William Fry outlines what employers must do when they receive a protected disclosure, from acknowledgement through to investigation.

Key points include:

  • Employers within scope of the Protected Disclosures Act 2014 (as amended)
  • Internal reporting channels
  • Recommended approach upon receipt of a report and taking appropriate action
  • Criminal offences

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Watch the full Employment Law Essentials video series here.

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