Whistleblowing, freedom of expression and the culture of free speech in the public sector

What is the status of the culture of free speech in the public sector? Does it limit employers’ freedom of expression? Do employees dare to report concerns about circumstances worthy of criticism? Amendments to the Working Environment Act are intended to provide better protection for whistleblowers – are the new rules enough?

The event is free of charge and open to the public. Register here: registering@frittord.no

Programme:
Sissel Trygstad from Fafo has examined a number of cases regarding freedom of expression and whistleblowing that have been dealt with by the ombudsperson.
Researcher Brita Bjørkelo about the role of leaders in connection with whistleblowing cases.
Professor David Lewis on his experiences from the United Kingdom.

Comments from Ombudsperson Aage Thor Falkanger and Kristin Holm Jensen, state secretary at the Ministry of Local Government and Modernisation.

Moderator: Vidar Strømme (lawyer from Schjødt).

Fritt Ord has recently launched a new website about whistleblowing and freedom of expression at work. Hvaervarsling.no features a collection of relevant information about whistle-blowing and freedom of expression at work, all in one place. Here, you will find information about research and news, guidelines and legislation, as well as links to relevant organisations that are working with whistleblowing. This information is currently spread across many different websites.

• The presentation given by Sissel Trygstad
• The presentation given by Brita Bjørkelo
• The presentation made by David Lewis
• Municipalities in contravention of the Constitution – interview with Sissel Trygsted by NTB, 22 June 2017