Whistleblowing
Bluenext Srl, in line with the provisions of Legislative Decree 24/2023, has established a dedicated channel for receiving whistleblowing reports, providing a fundamental tool to ensure integrity and transparency within the company.
This decree regulates the ways through which employees can report alleged violations of national or European Union regulations that could undermine public interest or company integrity in the workplace context.
The authorized parties to report include partners, executives, subordinate workers, interns, self-employed workers, freelancers, consultants and those who have held company roles in the past, as well as candidates in the selection phase or employees during the probationary period.
The Decree guarantees a series of anti-retaliation measures to protect the whistleblower, the “facilitators” who assist in reporting, the whistleblower’s work colleagues, as well as the whistleblower’s relatives and loved ones.
The potential violations subject to reporting are diverse and include, among other areas, compliance with European Union regulations regarding public procurement, financial services, product safety, environmental protection and public health.
However, some reports may be excluded, such as those related to the whistleblower’s personal interests or those already regulated by existing legislation.
To make a report, you can use the dedicated Whistleblowing Bluenext portal available here.
The report management procedure involves careful analysis by competent company officials, in order to verify the validity of reports and take necessary measures to restore legality and proper business conduct. In case of dispute with the alleged perpetrator, the whistleblower can choose whether to reveal their identity.
The protections provided include a series of anti-retaliation measures, such as the prohibition of dismissal, suspension, demotion, or any other form of discrimination against the whistleblower or those who assist them.
In case the whistleblower believes that an internal report could involve risks or that the violation could constitute an imminent danger to public interest, it is possible to make an external report to the National Anti-Corruption Authority (ANAC), which guarantees maximum confidentiality and protection of the whistleblower.
It’s important to emphasize that the protections provided don’t exclude the whistleblower’s responsibility in case of ascertained crime of slander or defamation, or in case of conviction to compensation for damages in cases of intent or gross negligence.
In conclusion, Bluenext Srl recognizes the importance of Whistleblowing as a tool to detect and address potential irregularities, promoting a corporate culture based on ethics and compliance with regulations. The protection of the whistleblower and the guarantee of a fair process are at the center of our corporate policies, thus contributing to maintaining high standards of integrity and transparency.
Page updated on February 22, 2024