Evidence is clear that strong, well-funded regulators are crucial for public trust, fair economic growth, and environmental protection. When regulators are effective, people and the environment are protected, responsible businesses thrive and confidence in markets grows.
CJC urges the UK government to move ahead in introducing a Business Human Rights and Environment Act – mandatory Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence (mHREDD) with a failure to prevent mechanism – and ensure that this is coupled with a proportionate and effective regulatory regime in order to properly implement the new law and build confidence and clarity for UK businesses.
This briefing sets out the key elements required to effectively enforce responsible business conduct, based on the introduction of A Business, Human Rights and Environment Act. The briefing provides guidance for the UK Government on how to design a regulatory framework that is robust, clear, standardised and effective.
Download the briefing in full below.
Posted by: CJC Team | Tagged as: Analysis Report
