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Peter Greste on the latest blow against whistleblowers
Jun 19, 2024
Peter Greste, a professor of journalism and whistleblower advocate, discusses the challenges faced by whistleblowers in Australia, focusing on the case of Richard Boyle. He criticizes the government's lack of action in protecting whistleblowers and highlights the need for legal reforms to ensure transparency and accountability.
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Quick takeaways
- Whistleblowers face insufficient legal protection, as seen with Richard Boyle's case.
- Government rhetoric on open democracy contrasts with the lack of effective whistleblower support mechanisms.
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Richard Boyle's Ethics Concerns at the Tax Office
Richard Boyle, a former tax office employee, raised concerns about unethical practices involving garnishing overdue taxes directly from people's bank accounts. Despite raising the issue internally and then with journalists, a court ruled against him, leaving him vulnerable for exposing confidential information.
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