UK Govt consults on whistleblowing reforms and proposed financial rewards for reporting economic crime to the SFO, with feedback open until 8 Jan 2027

The consultation examines changes to whistleblower protections under the Employment Rights Act 1996, including safeguards against workplace detriment. It also seeks views on a proposed SFO scheme to financially reward individuals who provide information on economic crime. The proposals aim to strengthen whistleblower protections and encourage the reporting of financial wrongdoing. Responses are invited until 8 January 2027…