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INFO 247

Company officer obligations under the whistleblower protection provisions

This is Information Sheet 247 (INFO 247). It summarises the obligations of company officers and senior managers under the whistleblower provisions.

In plain English

INFO 247 explains the duties of company officers and senior managers regarding whistleblower protections.

INFO 247 outlines obligations for company officers and senior managers. It details their responsibilities under the whistleblower protection provisions. This guidance applies to companies registered in Australia. It helps ensure proper handling of whistleblower reports. The guidance is available on the ASIC website.

Why it matters

Company officers must understand their role in protecting whistleblowers. This helps foster a culture of openness and accountability within your business. It’s important for good governance.

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Issuing regulator

ASIC

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Source: https://www.asic.gov.au/for-business/running-a-company/company-officeholder-duties/company-officer-obligations-under-the-whistleblower-protection-provisions/. Rules Mate indexes + summarises; always verify against the regulator's live publication.