A prerequisite for receiving this protection is the Proactive Reporter  giving explicit consent for the ITA to reveal their  identity to the applicable authority , except in  situations of  immediate physical danger, where an experienced ITA intelligence expert may exceptionally elect to share  this information  with a specialised law enforcement authority  in order to prevent potential  harm coming to the Proactive Reporter and/or their family , while ensuring that the Proactive Reporter’s identity remains protected to the greatest extent possible.