Eurocadres was very active in the work on the trade secrets directive. One of the outcomes was a partial exception from the directive for whistleblowing activities. In Eurocadres’ view this is not enough. It is professionals and managers, our members, that most come in contact with information in companies and other organisations that sometimes needs to be disclosed in the public interest. The persons that take responsibility to act should be protected. It is time for an EU-wide whistleblower protection.