Whistleblowing
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Why this policy exists, who it covers and the kinds of conduct it applies to.
Who to contact if you are unsure whether a concern belongs here.
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Concerns that can be raised under this policy include:
conduct that breaks the law or a regulation;
fraud, bribery, theft or another financial irregularity;
a danger to the health or safety of a colleague, a guest or the public;
deliberate concealment of any of the above.
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Concerns can be raised through the confidential reporting line at our third-party reporting service, by e-mail to whistleblowing@example.com, or by telephone on +44 20 0000 0000.
The reporting line is operated independently and is available in every language the Villages operate in.
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How a reporter's identity is protected, who has access to a report and when anonymity can be offered.
What happens to the information in a report once an investigation is closed.
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The protection given to anyone who raises a concern in good faith, and how to report retaliation if it happens.
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How a report is acknowledged, assessed and investigated, and the timescales a reporter can expect.
What feedback is given at the end of an investigation.
