Whistleblowing policy

This document contains the Cairngorms National Park Authority's (Park Authority) whistleblowing policy, which encourages employees to report concerns about potential wrongdoing, such as unlawful conduct or financial malpractice, at an early stage. The Park Authority assures employees that raising a genuine concern will not put their job at risk and that their identity will be protected where possible. The policy outlines how the Park Authority will handle reported concerns, including assessing the situation and conducting inquiries or investigations. It also details the steps employees should take to raise a concern internally, starting with their line manager and escalating to the Chief Executive, Convenor, or the Scottish Government if necessary. Additionally, the policy provides information on where employees can seek independent advice, such as from their union or the charity Public Concern at Work.