Whistleblower Protection – Summary Information

• Who can report:
Anyone who becomes aware of unlawful conduct in connection with work or other similar activities. Reporting is not allowed for persons specified in § 2 para. 3 (c) to (g) and (j).

• What can be reported:
Violations or imminent violations under valid and effective legal regulations.

• How to report:
Through a communication channel ensuring the confidentiality of the information provided, as well as the protection of both the whistleblower and the reported person, including their personal data. Anonymous reports are not accepted.

What is Whistleblower Protection and its Purpose?

In 2019, the European Union adopted Directive (EU) 2019/1937 of the European Parliament and the Council of 23 October 2019 on the protection of persons who report breaches of Union law. According to this legislation, effective and comprehensive protection of whistleblowers—persons who report unlawful conduct in connection with their work—is a key element in combating corruption and an essential part of a functioning rule of law. Whistleblowers not only save public and private financial resources but can also contribute to protecting public health, saving lives, preventing ecological disasters, and more. Individual member states have implemented their respective transposition laws in connection with the directive; in the Czech Republic, this is Act No. 171/2023 Coll., on the Protection of Whistleblowers.

Protection of Individuals and Personal Data

In matters of personal data protection, as well as the protection of whistleblowers and the reported persons, procedures follow applicable legal and internal regulations. When reporting violations, whistleblowers have the right to confidentiality and further protection. The whistleblower must be identified.

Handling Reports

Depending on the content of the report, an authorized person will take appropriate steps and inform the whistleblower of the outcomes of their report, if possible. Feedback on the results of the report will be provided to the whistleblower within a reasonable period for evaluating the content and taking necessary steps.

Communication Channels (How to Report Violations)

To file a report, use one of the following channels, with a preference for www.oznam.to:

Authorized person:
Jaroslava Absolonová
absolonova@avehotels.cz
+420 602 371 413

Electronically at:
www.oznam.to PIN: Y7X8
www.oznamovatel.justice.cz – Whistleblowing

In writing to:
AVE a.s.
Pod Barvířkou 6/747
150 00 Prague
Czech Republic