Fighting fraud and corruption

THIS WEEK'S TOPIC: Does Singapore need a universal whistleblower protection law?

John Bittleston Founder and Chair Terrific Mentors International Pte Ltd

TOO much law leads to circumvention and abuse. Better that companies and business practices in general set a culture of protecting whistleblowers as a matter of ethical behaviour. However, financial power, ingrained traditions of loyalty and the fear of ostracisation are powerful weapons in the hands of the bully. Perhaps in 20 years' time, we can remove such a law. For now, we need it.