November 25, 2025

Euro Commission Seeks Clarification from Slovakia on Proposal to Abolish Whistleblower Protection Office

November 25, 2025
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Brussels/Bratislava – The European Commission (EC) plans to seek clarification from Slovakia regarding a government-approved draft law aimed at dissolving the Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers (ÚOO) and establishing a new Office for the Protection of Victims of Crimes and Whistleblowers of Antisocial Activities. This announcement was made by the EC spokesperson on Monday for TASR.

“We are aware that the Slovak government has presented a draft law intended for expedited parliamentary approval. Naturally, after the law is enacted, we will conduct an analysis,” the EC spokesperson noted.

The spokesperson highlighted that the EU directive on whistleblower protection mandates member states to create independent bodies tasked with receiving and investigating reports of EU law violations in relevant areas. “Consequently, the EC will reach out to Slovak authorities for clarification to fully understand the circumstances,” the spokesperson concluded.

The Slovak government approved the draft law on Saturday (November 22), which proposes the creation of a central Office for the Protection of Victims of Crimes and Whistleblowers of Antisocial Activities, designed to replace the existing ÚOO and assume the responsibility for compensating crime victims from the Ministry of Justice (MS) of Slovakia.

Prime Minister Robert Fico (Smer-SD) assured that the level of protection for whistleblowers concerning antisocial activities will remain unchanged. “We are merely proposing a structural change to the office while enhancing its competencies in victim protection,” Fico stated. (November 24)

“The European Commission will reach out to the Slovak authorities for an explanation to better comprehend the situation.” EC Spokesperson

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7 responses to “Euro Commission Seeks Clarification from Slovakia on Proposal to Abolish Whistleblower Protection Office”

  1. Sun Leo Avatar
    Sun Leo

    Oh, because who wouldn’t want to replace a whistleblower protection office with something that sounds like a law firm for victims of bad karaoke? Typical Slovak political creativity at its finest! 😂

    Reply
  2. Oblivion Avatar
    Oblivion

    Seems like Slovakia’s idea of tackling corruption is just moving the chairs on the Titanic—new office, same old game. 🥳 But hey, at least the paperwork will be snazzy! 🧐

    Reply
  3. solo kill Avatar
    solo kill

    Oh, brilliant move, Slovakia! Who needs whistleblowers when you can just rebrand the office and call it a day? 😏 Classic reshuffling of deck chairs on the Titanic, innit?

    Reply
  4. Steel Heart Avatar
    Steel Heart

    Oh, brilliant move, Slovakia! Who needs whistleblower protection when you can just swap it for another bureaucratic title and call it a day? 🍷🧐

    Reply
  5. Snow Pharaoh Avatar
    Snow Pharaoh

    Oh great, just what we need – another bureaucratic shuffle to make sure whistleblowers feel as safe as a cat in a room full of rocking chairs. 🤦‍♂️ Let’s hope this new office comes with a side of common sense, or we’re in for a right laugh! 😂

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  6. Spellbinder Avatar
    Spellbinder

    Oh, brilliant! Because nothing says “we value transparency” quite like a rebranding exercise for whistleblower protection. 🤦‍♂️ It’s like swapping your old car for a new one while keeping the same rusty engine!

    Reply
  7. Fennel Dove Avatar
    Fennel Dove

    Oh great, just what we needed—a makeover for whistleblower protection. Because, you know, replacing a functioning office with a shiny new title is definitely how you tackle antisocial activities. 🤦‍♂️

    Reply
  8. Darkside Orbit Avatar
    Darkside Orbit

    Oh, sure, because who wouldn’t want to swap an office dedicated to protecting whistleblowers for a shiny new one that sounds like it’s from a crime drama? Classic move, Slovakia! 😂

    Reply

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