Freedom to Speak Up: NHS Whistleblowing Masterclass

For Freedom to Speak Up Guardians, HR leaders, and compliance professionals across the NHS and wider healthcare sector.

When whistleblowing is poorly handled in the healthcare sector, the impact can be devastating. Lives can be put at risk, public money goes to waste defending claims, and confidence in vital institutions can be lost.

Whether you have years of experience, or are new to handling speak up concerns, this training will equip you with the essential knowledge and practical tools to respond confidently and effectively.

You will learn:

• What whistleblowing is, and isn’t
• How to recognise concerns and take appropriate action
• The unique speak up pressures and challenges in the healthcare sector, and how to address them
• How to improve a poor speak up culture
• What steps you can take when senior leaders aren’t listening

In a high‑pressure sector like healthcare, whistleblowing support and guidance is often limited, especially when cases are complex or protracted. At Protect, our training is shaped by the insight gained from advising more than 60,000 callers through our confidential legal advice line. We help you get whistleblowing right, for the benefit of your patients, your colleagues, and yourself.

(Please note, while relevant to all healthcare organisations, some content is tailored specifically to NHS frameworks.)

With extensive experience in the legal rights, risks, and challenges faced by whistleblowers, our team will guide you through the complexities of this crucial area with clarity and confidence.