Independent National Whistleblowing Office (Scotland)

Summary

The Scottish Public Services Ombudsman has taken up the role of the Independent National Whistleblowing Officer (INWO). The aim of the role is to make sure everyone delivering NHS services in Scotland is able to speak out to raise concerns, ultimately contributing to ensuring that the NHS in Scotland is as well run as possible.

The INWO developed a set of National Whistleblowing Standards that set out the high level principles and a detailed procedure for investigating concerns.

Content

• Whistleblowing principles
• National Whistleblowing Standards

To ensure those wanting to raise concerns have access to all the information they need in relation to the Standards, the INWO team operate an advice phone line.  You can contact the team on: Freephone: 0800 008 6112            

The advice team is available during the following hours:

• Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am-1pm
• Tuesday and Thursday 12noon-4pm

This service is open to all NHS providers, staff and members of the public.  You can also email: [email protected]