Speaking up

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We should always assume positive intent and assume other people are trying to create a good outcome for all of us. That way we can have open and positive conversations. We need to be open-minded to approaches from other people who have ideas, questions or concerns, even if they are about our own actions or behaviours.

When we are open and take responsibility for doing the right thing, we all do better and succeed together. So let’s create the kind of workplace where we strive to achieve the highest standards of integrity and professionalism and ensure we encourage each other to speak up.

Speaking up isn’t just about calling out things we believe are wrong; it’s about recognising what’s good, and suggesting how to make things better.

We speak up if we…

Have ideas to simplify and improve the way we work;
Witness, are aware of, or subject to anything we believe is bullying, harassment or discrimination, or any other inappropriate behaviour;
Appreciate the contribution of others;
Suspect bribery, corruption, fraud or facilitation of tax evasion or other criminal offences;
Can help others to achieve results;
Have any concerns about possible health and safety, quality, product safety or reliability issues;
See positive or negative examples of the shadows we cast;
Believe we have received or divulged information we are not entitled to have or share;
Can suggest how to reduce waste;
Have any concerns about how personal data is being handled;
Can share knowledge or best practice to improve our business;
Have any suspicions or allegations of anti-competitive behaviour;
Make a mistake, knowing we will be treated fairly;
Receive suspicious enquiries from anyone who might be trying to gain unauthorised access to our goods, software or technology;
Are concerned about any other breaches of laws; and
Identify risks that could affect us in achieving our objectives.

Questions and Concerns

Whenever we have a question or concern, a leader is someone we can speak up to. We can also contact someone with expertise in the matter. It might also help to talk to an employee representative such as a member of a works council or a union. There may also be local reporting systems we can use. We can speak to a Local Ethics Adviser or raise our questions or concerns through the Rolls-Royce Speak Up Line.

The most important thing is to speak up and talk to someone who can help. If we are approached by a colleague wanting help we will try to help each other find the right place or person to get an answer. Remember it's important that we listen up and follow up when someone speaks up.

Look at the Speak Up Policy to see how concerns are dealt with and what we can expect to happen when we raise a concern.

Retaliation

We can ask questions and raise concerns without fear of retaliation. We treat any suggestion of retaliation against individuals who speak up extremely seriously. Such retaliation could lead to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.

How do I speak up?

If you can’t deal with a concern yourself then please speak up. There are four channels available.

Find more information and resources here

Restrictions on raising a concern through our Speak Up Line

Local laws in some countries may restrict the types of concerns that can be raised using the Rolls-Royce Speak Up Line, and the ability to remain anonymous. The Rolls-Royce Speak Up Line gives details of any restrictions.

To find out more about what happens when you ask a question or report a concern visit the Ethics and Compliance website (This is an internal link and only available if accessing from a Rolls-Royce GAD network asset).

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