At Habito Co-Living, we champion a culture of integrity, transparency and accountability. Our Whistleblowing Policy is designed to provide a straightforward framework for reporting any concerns about misconduct, unethical behaviour or legal violations within our organisation.
Key features of the policy.
Scope of the policy
This policy is relevant to everyone connected to Habito Co-Living – employees, contractors, suppliers and business partners. It addresses a variety of issues, including:
- Fraud, bribery or corruption
- Financial misconduct
- Health and safety violations
- Environmental harm
- Harassment, discrimination or other unethical conduct
Protection for whistleblowers
We recognise that raising concerns can be intimidating. Habito Co-Living’s Whistleblowing Policy ensures that individuals who report issues in good faith are shielded from retaliation, harassment or any negative consequences, even if their concerns are not substantiated.
Confidentiality and anonymity
Reports can be made confidentially, and Habito Co-Living will take all reasonable steps to protect the identity of whistleblowers. Anonymity is also respected where possible, although it may limit our ability to investigate concerns effectively.
Reporting process
Habito Co-Living provides clear internal channels for raising concerns, with escalation routes if necessary. Concerns can also be reported to external authorities when internal mechanisms are inappropriate or insufficient.
Thorough investigation
All reported concerns are taken seriously and investigated impartially. Investigations are conducted in line with UK legal requirements, ensuring fairness and resolutions based on facts.
Support for whistleblowers
Habito Co-Living is committed to supporting whistleblowers throughout the process, offering guidance and reassurance. Employees are also entitled to bring a colleague or representative to related meetings.
Legal compliance
Our policy aligns with the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998, the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant UK legislation to ensure robust protections for whistleblowers and compliance with legal standards.
Reporting channels.
We encourage concerns to be raised promptly, even if based on only reasonable suspicions. While our internal procedures are designed to resolve issues effectively, external reporting options – such as to regulators or law enforcement – are also available if necessary.
Malicious or false reports.
While we fully support whistleblowers, malicious or knowingly false reports will not be tolerated and may lead to disciplinary action.
Request the full policy.
This summary highlights the core principles of Habito Co-Living’s Whistleblowing Policy. A complete copy of the policy, including detailed reporting procedures and guidelines, is available upon request. To obtain the full policy or for further information, please contact us.
By providing a safe and transparent reporting mechanism, we aim to uphold our commitment to integrity and accountability across all aspects of our organisation.