Implementation of the European Whistleblower Directive in Germany: Smaller Companies Prepare Now for December 17, 2023, Deadline

On July 2, 2023, the German Whistleblower Protection Act (Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz – HinSchG) took effect. The new law aims to provide protection and support to individuals who uncover malpractice or illegal activities in companies and public institutions. Effective December 17, 2023, the law now also obliges smaller companies with at least 50 employees to establish internal reporting channels. In this webinar, the speakers will discuss the European Union (EU) directive underlying the act, design options for internal reporting channels, data protection issues, and the impending sanctions for employers that fail to comply with the new law.