Independent National Whistleblowing Officer

COVID-19 update

Please be aware that our office is currently not open to visitors. Following the latest Government advice, we are not arranging face-to-face appointments for the foreseeable future. We are responding to emails; however, due to the impact on our staffing resources, our response times will be affected. Please read our information for customers and organisations

About the Independent National Whistleblowing Officer

In July 2020 the Scottish Government will introduce the new role of the Independent National Whistleblowing Officer (INWO) for the NHS in Scotland. The INWO will be the final stage of the process for those raising concerns.

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Rosemary Agnew, Independent National Whistleblowing Officer

For NHS organisations & NHS contractors

From July 2020 NHS organisations are required to follow the National Whistleblowing Standards.

Standards & guidance

For whistleblowers

The INWO will be able to receive and handle whistleblowing concerns from July 2020.

Case studies

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