SpeakUp: Harassment and Whistleblowing support line

In every organisation, the ability for individuals to speak openly about concerns is a fundamental pillar of trust and wellbeing. Sadly, some hesitate to raise issues related to bullying, discrimination, harassment, or wrongdoing, often fearing the repercussions or doubt that their concerns will be taken seriously.

SpeakUp exists to change that, giving people a confidential, independent, and safe place to talk. For leaders committed to building resilient, responsible, high performing workplaces, SpeakUp is not just for wellbeing, it can help you remain compliant with UK employment laws – including duty of care.

What is SpeakUp?

SpeakUp is HA | Wisdom Wellbeing’s confidential support line for employees who need a safe avenue to discuss workplace concerns, including bullying, discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), and whistleblowing matters.

It is specifically designed for individuals who feel unable to raise issues internally, whether due to fear, isolation, or uncertainty.

Through SpeakUp, individuals can confidentially:

• Report harassment at work

• Report discrimination at work

• Receive guidance from trained advisers

• Explore informal and formal resolution options

Why organisations need SpeakUp

Unaddressed wrongdoing does not just harm individuals, it can damage entire organisations too. Issues such as harassment, bullying, and discrimination can lead to significant legal, financial, and reputational consequences, in addition to longterm harm to an individual’s mental health.

Key organisational risks of ignoring concerns include:

• Brand and reputational damage

• Costly legal fines

• High staff turnover

• A toxic workplace culture

Plus, under the UK’s Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (PIDA), organisations that retaliate against whistleblowers may face uncapped financial compensation claims. It also provides working individuals in the UK with the "day-one" right to protection against dismissal or detrimental treatment (such as victimisation or harassment) by their organisation for making a "protected disclosure"

How Can SpeakUp help your organisation?

SpeakUp empowers leaders by providing an early detection system for issues that might otherwise escalate into crises. With SpeakUp, organisations benefit from:

1. Early identification of risks Whistleblowing acts as an early detection mechanism, helping uncover misconduct before it causes considerable damage.

2. Stronger compliance
An independent referral process ensures concerns are documented clearly and shared securely for investigation.

3. Healthier workplace culture When employees know they can safely raise concerns, trust increases—and toxic behaviours decrease.

4. Enhanced productivity and wellbeing With mental health protected and psychological safety reinforced, teams perform better.

How HA | Wisdom Wellbeing can help

Available as a part of HA | Wisdom Wellbeing’s Peak EAP or Wisdom Super Care EAPs, people can benefit from:

• Confidential reporting lines answered by trained counsellors and advisers

• Expert guidance and support for employees in the moment

• Accurate documentation of disclosures

• Independent referral processes to help organisations take appropriate action

Beyond SpeakUp, HA | Wisdom Wellbeing is committed to strengthening organisational wellbeing through:

• Wellbeing workshops and webinars

• Critical incident support

• Mental health and psychological services

For leaders, partnering with HA | Wisdom Wellbeing means having a trusted expert by your side, one that understands the legal, cultural, and wellbeing dimensions of safe reporting.

Contact us to find out more about how we can support your organisation in compliance, wellbeing and much more.