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Whistleblower Protection Laws in Greenland: A Review

Greenland’s commitment to protecting whistleblowers is rooted in Danish law, with some local variations. This article provides an overview of whistleblower protections in Greenland and its alignment with international labor standards.

The Danish Act on Protection of Whistleblowers offers protection to whistleblowers in both public and private sectors, subject to certain conditions. Protections primarily apply to disclosures made in good faith and where the whistleblower reasonably believes the information to be true. Laws prohibit retaliation in various forms, such as:

  • Dismissal
  • Harassment
  • Demotion

Practical Considerations for Whistleblowers

  • Gather evidence to substantiate any potential future claim of retaliation.
  • Familiarize yourself with internal company policies and the specific reporting channels and processes of relevant Danish or Greenlandic authorities.
  • Consultation with an attorney specializing in Danish law or an organization focused on whistleblower support may be beneficial.

Opportunities for Improvement

Greenland could strengthen its whistleblower protection framework by:

  • Enacting whistleblower protection laws specifically tailored to the Greenlandic context
  • Increasing public and employee awareness of reporting channels and whistleblower rights within Greenland

International Labor Standards Compliance

As part of the Kingdom of Denmark, Greenland is obligated to adhere to international labor conventions ratified by Denmark. Denmark has a commendable record of ratifying International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions.

Core ILO Conventions

Denmark, and by extension Greenland, has ratified all eight fundamental ILO conventions:

  • Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organise Convention, 1948 (No. 87)
  • Right to Organise and Collective Bargaining Convention, 1949 (No. 98)
  • Forced Labour Convention, 1930 (No. 29)
  • Abolition of Forced Labour Convention, 1957 (No. 105)
  • Minimum Age Convention, 1973 (No. 138)
  • Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention, 1999 (No. 182)
  • Equal Remuneration Convention, 1951 (No. 100)
  • Discrimination (Employment and Occupation) Convention, 1958 (No. 111)

Alignment of Domestic Law with International Standards

Greenland’s domestic labor laws are strongly influenced by both Danish legislation and these ILO Conventions.

Monitoring and Enforcement

Mechanisms for upholding international labor obligations in Greenland are linked to Danish systems. The Danish Working Environment Authority inspects workplaces and investigates potential violations of labor laws, including those pertaining to international standards. As Denmark is a European Union member state, Greenland is indirectly subject to EU labor law and the oversight of EU institutions which uphold principles strongly influenced by the ILO.

Conclusion

Greenland’s whistleblower protection framework is built upon Danish legal provisions, with opportunities for strengthening and improvement. The country’s commitment to adhering to international labor standards demonstrates its dedication to protecting workers’ rights.