Whistleblowing – Report a Concern
We take concerns seriously
At KO-NEKT (Childcare) CIC, we are committed to the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct. We want to make it easy and safe for anyone — including staff, volunteers, service users, contractors, and stakeholders — to report concerns about misconduct, malpractice, or unethical behaviour.
Purpose of this section
This part of the form allows you to report a whistleblowing concern confidentially. All reports will be taken seriously, investigated thoroughly, and acted upon appropriately.
What to report
You can use this form to report:
• Fraud or financial misconduct
• Health and safety violations
• Abuse, neglect, or exploitation
• Discrimination, harassment, or bullying
• Breaches of company policy or the law
• Any other serious wrongdoing or unethical behaviour
Confidentiality and protection
Your identity will be kept confidential as far as possible, consistent with the need for a fair investigation. KO-NEKT prohibits retaliation or adverse treatment against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.
How it will be handled
Once submitted, your concern will be reviewed and assigned to an appropriate investigator. We will keep you informed of progress and the outcome where possible. If wrongdoing is confirmed, corrective or disciplinary action will be taken.
Important note
We take false or malicious reporting seriously. Anyone found to have knowingly made a false report may face disciplinary or other appropriate action.
Review
This whistleblowing procedure is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective and compliant with relevant laws.