Public Interest Disclosures Act 2002
75Action to be taken by public body
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75 Action to be taken by public body
(1) If, on completing an investigation of a disclosed matter, the public body finds that the conduct that was the subject of the investigation has occurred, the public body –
(a) must take all reasonable steps to prevent the conduct from continuing or occurring in the future; and
(b) may take action to remedy any harm or loss arising from the conduct.
(2) The steps to be taken may include –
(a) the bringing of disciplinary proceedings against the person responsible for the conduct that was the subject of the investigation; and
(b) the referral of the matter to an appropriate authority for further consideration.