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UK Adopts Sanctions to Target Belarus Government Officials

The UK imposes travel bans and financial sanctions on eight Belarusian officials - including Belarus’ President. On 29 September 2020, the United Kingdom imposed sanctions on eight Belarusian officials it considers to have...more

UK Introduces Sanctions Regime Targeting Global Human Rights Offenders

The regulations will enable the UK government to sanction persons “involved” in human rights abuses — potentially anywhere in the world. On 6 July 2020, the UK Foreign Secretary announced the introduction of the Global...more

Human Rights Obligations on Companies: Important Legal Developments

Introduction - The requirement that businesses take steps to ensure respect for human rights is no longer simply a matter of good governance and “soft” law. Companies involved in international businesses must comply...more

12/19/2013  /  Human Rights , UK

Non-Compliance with Human Rights Obligations Poses New Legal Risks for UK Companies

An overview of recent developments in UK law regarding business and human rights - The UK government has launched a new action plan on business and human rights that is designed to implement the UN’s Guiding Principles...more

11/5/2013  /  Compliance , Human Rights , UK , United Nations
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