Confidentiality: We understand that confidentiality is critical to encouraging people to report. We guarantee absolute confidentiality throughout the process and protect the identity of the reporting person to the extent permitted by law. It includes the possibility of making the alert anonymously.
Impartial Investigation Process: Once a complaint is filed, our team of experts will thoroughly investigate the matter objectively and diligently in accordance with internal regulations and applicable law. Throughout the entire process, the rights of those involved must be respected, in particular the presumption of innocence.
Protection against retaliation: We do not tolerate any form of retaliation against whistleblowers in good faith. We are committed to safeguarding the rights and integrity of those who dare to report any wrongdoing. We will take appropriate disciplinary action against any individual who retaliates against a whistleblower.
Diligence: The channel managers will diligently process the information that has been communicated to them. In any case, the necessary decision will be adopted within a maximum period of three months, except in cases of special complexity that require an extension of the period, in which case, it may be extended up to a maximum of another three additional months.
Resolution and Follow-up: After the investigation is concluded, we will take the necessary actions to address the problem identified and, where possible, take corrective action to prevent future violations. In addition, we are committed to keeping the whistleblower informed of the progress and resolution of their complaint whenever possible and permitted by law.