Which channel provides confidential reporting and whistleblower protection?

• A. IT helpdesk
• B. Ethics hotline
• C. Travel office
• D. Marketing inbox

Answer: (B)

The ethics hotline is the channel that provides confidential reporting and whistleblower protection. It’s designed specifically for raising concerns about unethical or illegal behavior while keeping the reporter’s identity confidential and safeguarding against retaliation. Reports are typically handled by an independent ethics team or a third-party service, ensuring an impartial review, documentation, and appropriate follow-up actions. Other channels like an IT helpdesk, a travel office, or a marketing inbox are meant for routine operational tasks and do not offer formal confidentiality or protection for whistleblowers.