摘要：The research herein aims to discuss the issues pertaining to choice of appropriate behavior in case an employee becomes aware of,or accomplice in immoral and/or illegal acts within the organization. Does his/her loyalty compel oneself to keep quiet,or is it his/her moral duty to denounce the illegality in order not to endanger or cause prejudice to innocent individuals? Although whistleblowers are often protected by law against retaliation from the employer,there have been many cases in which they have suffered consequences. The best practice model of the European Parliament in meant to provide a helpful guide in approaching this subject.
关键词：corporate loyalty;morality;whistleblower;protection of whistle-blower;best practice model for whistle-blowing
