BFREE is committed to integrity, transparency, and accountability. We provide safe, confidential channels for employees, partners, and the public to report suspected misconduct — without fear of retaliation. This page summarizes our full Whistleblowing Policy, which governs how concerns are raised, investigated, and resolved.
Fraud, financial irregularity, or falsified records
Bribery, corruption, kickbacks, or facilitation payments
Violations of law, regulation, or our Code of Ethics
Insider trading or misuse of confidential information
Abuse of authority, coercion, or intimidation
Health, safety, or environmental risks
Undisclosed conflicts of interest, or concealment of any of the above
Outside This Policy
Personal grievances, performance concerns, and commercial disputes aren't covered here — please raise these with People & Culture or your line manager instead.
Anonymous reports are accepted via the Online Portal and Hotline. Reporters are encouraged to share as much detail as possible — dates, names, and evidence — to support a thorough investigation
Who Can Report
Eligibility: Employees and directors, contractors and consultants, suppliers and vendors, former employees and any third party connected to BFREE.
Your Protections
Confidentiality
Your identity is protected and won't be shared without consent, except where the law requires it.
No Retaliation
Anyone who retaliates against a good-faith reporter faces disciplinary action, up to dismissal.
Fair Process
Anyone named in a report is treated fairly, with a presumption of innocence and a right to respond.
What Happens Next
1
Acknowledged
Within 5 working days of receipt
2
Reviewed & Investigated
By a qualified, independent investigator
3
Findings Reported
To the Audit Committee / Board
4
Outcome Shared
With the reporter, where identifiable
Every report is handled objectively, fairly, and confidentially, with records retained for a minimum of 7 years. This summary highlights key points of the policy; the complete Whistleblowing Policy document governs in full.
See Something? Say Something.
Every concern raised in good faith will be heard, investigated, and protected.
Policy owner: Chief Compliance Officer / Ethics Committee · Oversight: Audit Committee of the Board · Reviewed annually