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Modern slavery | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2025

Joint Committee on Human Rights run inquiry into forced labour in global supply chains | Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner Strategic Plan

The EU 'Omnibus' package – what does this mean for the future of ESG reporting?

The European Commission has introduced a proposal to simplify ESG regulations in a bid to regain its competitiveness
Regulatory and compliance

New NPPS sets out 'value for money' message for UK public procurement

Government wants public bodies to use procurement to drive growth, social and economic value, and commercial capability

ESG Knowledge Update | January 2025

Welcome to our ESG Knowledge Update, which offers a round-up of legal, regulatory and market news
Regulatory Outlook

Modern Slavery | UK Regulatory Outlook January 2025

EU prohibition on forced labour products | NHS supply chain consultation | Modern Slavery Act reform | Recent enforcements
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook January 2025

Voluntary Carbon Market clarity | Net Zero plan consultation | UK 2035 climate target | Finance bill 2025 | Environment
Regulatory Outlook

Environmental, social and governance | UK Regulatory Outlook January 2025

Preparation window for the EU Deforestation Regulation | First reports due under the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive | Corporate
The Built Environment

What legal developments are on the horizon for the built environment in England in 2025?

Another busy year expected, with significant reforms taking place in a number of areas

ESG Knowledge Update | December 2024

Welcome to our Osborne Clarke ESG Knowledge Update, which offers a round-up of legal, regulatory and market news

SMEs should not lose sight of the CS3D as Belgium implements the CSRD

The CS3D's indirect impact on mid-sized and smaller businesses requires action to ensure they remain valuable partners
Banking and finance

Why isn't every loan sustainability linked in the UK?

Reassessing sustainability-linked loans for UK mid-market dealmakers
Energy and Energy Transition

Netherlands' Shell judgment does not spell end of reduction obligations for undertakings

The ruling is open to appeal and may prove pyrrhic for those internationally that fear judge-imposed reduction targets