A debate has ignited over Australia’s whistleblower protections after a court ruled that a former tax collector who blew the whistle on his agency’s debt recovery methods is not protected from criminal prosecution. The decision could have a broader chilling effect on people coming forward to report corporate wrongdoing, lawyers warn.
Australian ruling could have chilling effect on whistleblowers
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