Jobs and Business Glasgow has a duty to make sure public funds are properly used and protected, for everyone’s benefit. We are committed to preventing people committing fraud and becoming involved in corruption and bribery. We are also committed to making sure we have the right controls in place to prevent these acts from happening at all.
Given the potentially high cost of fraud to you, we would encourage you to let us know if you detect or suspect someone is involved in this activity.
How do I let you know?
The Jobs and Business Glasgow Whistleblowing Arrangements are managed by Glasgow City Council Internal Audit. Our Whistleblowing facility is a method for both employees and members of the public to report any apparent fraud or irregularity which they believe is going on.
Wherever possible, the anonymity of whistleblowers will be respected and protected. For further information on the purpose of the facility and how allegations will be dealt with please refer to our Whistleblowing Policy. Allegations relating to any other suspected fraud, corruption, bribery or wrongdoing will be subject to an initial investigation by Glasgow City Council Internal Audit.
You can report concerns by:
- Phoning 0141 287 3777. The Whistleblowing Hotline will be answered when
possible and at other times you can leave a voicemail message. - Filling in our online form at www.glasgow.gov.uk/whistleblowing. This option
allows you to attach any documentary evidence to support your concern. - Emailing fraud@glasgow.gov.uk. This option also allows you to attach any
documentary evidence in support of your concern.
The earlier the concern is expressed, the easier it is for us to take action.
What should I report?
The types of allegation which can be reported via the whisteblowing facility include,
but are not limited to the following:
- Allegations about the misuse of Jobs and Business Glasgow equipment.
- Theft or misappropriation of Jobs and Business Glasgow assets.
If you are in any doubt about the seriousness of your concern, please call the whistleblowing hotline to discuss.