A paid whistle blower is a person who is employed to report any illegal or unethical activities within an organization. This individual is usually hired by the company to investigate and report any suspicious activities that may be taking place. The term 'paid whistle blower' comes from the fact that the individual is compensated for their services. The role of a paid whistle blower is to ensure that the company is adhering to all laws and regulations, as well as ethical standards. The individual is also responsible for providing evidence of any wrongdoing that they uncover. The reference for this term is 'REF', which stands for 'Regulatory Enforcement Function'.