Whistleblowing HS2 whistleblower unfairly terminated after fraud allegations, court finds Resource constraints are “no excuse” to skimp on protective measures, expert warns iStock.com/Peter Fleming Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 16 June 2025 The company behind the UK’s High Speed 2 (HS2) railway project has been ordered to pay £319,000 to a former employee who was terminated shortly after making a protected disclosure. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Whistleblowing Japan strengthens whistleblower protections with tougher penalties Fraud Britain mulls US-style reward scheme for whistleblowers Whistleblowing Jobseekers not entitled to whistleblower protections, UK court rules Disputes GSK ordered to pay damages for “half-baked” investigation