Leaks, Whistleblowing and the Public Interest

Ashley Savage, formerly University of Liverpool, UK

'Using his extensive knowledge and experience in the field, Dr Savage analyses the law relating to the protection of journalistic sources, considers the impact of secrecy laws and provides case studies from the UK Civil Service, Armed Forces and Security and Intelligence Services. These case studies examine not only the unauthorized routes to disclosure of information but also the official whistleblowing mechanisms. Importantly, the work considers not only what should happen to whistleblowers but also what should happen to the information.'--David Lewis, Middlesex University, London, UK'Ashley Savage's comprehensive analysis of the treatment of whistleblowers in the British civil service, the security services, and the military invites comparison and contrast to the treatment of comparable public employees in the United States. His legal analysis, examination of administrative practices under British law, and suggestions for reform provide insights for American readers examining our own laws. In particular, Savage's attention to freedom of expression under the European Convention on Human Rights reminds us of the human rights foundation for whistleblower protection.' --Robert G. Vaughn, American University, Washington College of Law

• Contents: Preface 1. Introduction 2. The Consequences of Making an Unauthorised Disclosure 3. Protection as a Journalistic Source 4. Legal Protections for Raising Concerns 5. Whistleblowing in the Civil Service 6. Whistleblowing in the Security and Intelligence Services 7. Whistleblowing in the Armed Forces 8. Final Observations Index