Whistleblowing and the Law

In this practical exposition in Gavin Millar QC and Dr Andrew Scott explain the law surrounding whistleblowing. They look at issues facing journalists pre-publication as well as the legal proceedings which may follow. This covers the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 the law of confidentiality and privacy – including public interest defences the Bribery Act 2010 and applications for source disclosure and source protection.