When reporting and responding to integrity concerns, consider:
- relevant internal policies and procedures
- the seriousness of the concern
- reporting obligations and requirements
Employees have several options for raising concerns.
Raise concerns internally
When reporting and responding to integrity concerns, consider:
- relevant internal policies and procedures
- the seriousness of the concern
- reporting obligations and requirements
Employees have several options for raising concerns.
Report concerns externally
If internal options are not appropriate or do not resolve the issue:
- report suspected misconduct, maladministration or corruption to the Office for Public Integrity
- make a report to SA Ombudsman
- report matters relating to public administration to a chief executive or the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment under the Public Interest Disclosure Act 2018.
Further guidance is available on the Office for Public Integrity website.
Confidentiality and anonymity
In some circumstances, it is necessary to protect the identity of a person raising a concern. This is particularly important for disclosures made under the Public Interest Disclosure Act 2018.
Agencies must understand when confidentiality requirements apply and ensure appropriate protections are in place.