Germany’s New Whistleblower Protection Act: What Employers Need to Know
On July 2, 2023, the new German Whistleblower Protection Act (Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz – HinSchG) took effect. The law contains comprehensive provisions for the protection of whistleblowers. At the same time, it obliges all companies with at least 50 employees to establish internal reporting channels. This article summarizes the key provisions of the new law.