Do not underestimate the power of leaking. Plans are often kept secret so that the public is prevented from influencing decisions that could stop some undesirable development, law or action. Publicity of secret activities and plans can sometimes be enough to end such initiatives. Some people get caught leaking information and suffer the same consequences as whistle-blowers. By far the majority of people leak information safely.
Some simple planning makes all the difference.
The key issues in leaking safely are choosing someone sensible and trustworthy to give the information to, thinking through what can be leaked without being traced, passing on the information safely and thinking through the ethical issues involved. This is the most important decision. If you choose the right person, they will make it their first priority to look after you and help you sort out what is safe and what would be reckless. We recommend picking a journalist, writer or public interest researcher who, based on what you have heard or seen , you respect. Alternatively, you can go straight to an MP or lobby group that you think will use the information well.