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The cult of whistleblowing

SOL7 September 2026 at 09:36

This article addresses the issue of the "cult of whistleblowing" in Portugal. The text argues that public agencies responsible for inspection, oversight, and control should not rely excessively on denunciations made by private citizens.

The article defends that these public entities should adopt a more active posture in carrying out their duties, rather than mainly depending on complaints and denunciations made by citizens.

The text suggests a reflection on the role of the State in oversight, questioning to what extent it is acceptable that the initiative to investigate and control irregularities falls upon private citizens.

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