O’Brien Welcomes Launch of Whistle-blower Phone Line

O’Brien Welcomes Launch of Whistle-blower Phone Line

Sinn Féin Justice Spokesperson Jonathan O’Brien has welcomed today’s launch by Transparency International of its new ‘Speak Up’ helpline for Whistle-blowers and individuals with concerns about corruption in the workplace.

Deputy O’Brien called on the Government to introduce comprehensive whistle-blower legislation as a matter of urgency.

Speaking today Deputy O’Brien said:

“This phone line is one of the first of its kind in Western Europe."

“It will be a necessary tool in combating white-collar crime and highlights the need to introduce comprehensive whistle-blower legislation as a matter of urgency. Sinn Féin commends Transparency International for this progressive initiative.”

Speaking in the Dáil during the recent debate on the Criminal Justice Bill on white-collar crime, Deputy O’Brien again called on the Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence to fast-track the promised Whistle-blowers Bill.

For further information contact Deputy Jonathan O’Brien @ 085-2133907