Businesses and Investors
In September 2022, businesses including the John Lewis Partnership, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Twinings, Aviva, Asos, Primark and the British Retail Consortium called on the Government to “urgently bring forward” a new law mandating human rights and environmental due diligence. It should include “clear accountability” and “provide access to remedy for victims”. This was mirrored by investors representing over £4.5 trillion in assets under management calling for a new UK law.
In April 2024, 167 businesses and investors released a new statement calling for an ambitious new law outlining key elements for international alignment, remedy and accountability, and governance.
Businesses and investors calling for a new UK law include:
