ABSTRACT
Whistleblowing has received its world forum attention only recently, after it had been nicely packaged by American business and media people into "Business Ethics Toolbox," ready for export but unfortunately in a raw form, not ready to use. This chapter discusses arguments against whistleblowing. It explores what aspects of blowing the whistle can make it unacceptable for certain cultures, what hinders the process of introducing it successfully into business life, what moral dilemmas accompany the decision of blowing the whistle, what requirements shall be fulfilled to expect proper reception from employees and managers. Whistleblowing entails voluntary or compulsory engagement of many people: managers, owners, family, courts, media, proper institutions, lawyers, sometimes police. Americans qualify any case that is believed only to be dangerous as whistleblowing. The British, on the other hand, allow for blowing the whistle only when the crime is absolutely sure and proved. One of the most controversial issues concerning whistleblowing is financial reward.
