They even give an economic argument for this law. In a report to the EU commission they estimate this will result in potential benefits in the range of 5.8 to 9

They even give an economic argument for this law. In a report to the EU commission they estimate this will result in potential benefits in the range of 5.8 to 9.6 billion euro.[1] This is only for public procurement. The two main conclusions of this study are "There is a strong economic case for whistleblower protection" and "Whistleblower protection must be effectively be implemented to reap the rewards" [1]https://publications.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publication/8d5955bd-9378-11e7-b92d-01aa75ed71a1/language-en https://publications.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publi...