Is CSR making a move from ‘soft law’ to ‘hard law’? – Six Pump Court

Posted April 6th, 2017 in company law, foreign jurisdictions, legislation, news by sally

‘In a bold and unprecedented move that is set to cause a ripple through the top ranks of the corporate world, the French Parliament has recently passed a law to shift what is broadly termed ‘corporate social responsibility’ onto a firm legislative footing. Although it has increased significantly in currency in recent years, with most major companies having some kind of initiative in place, CSR has remained resolutely a voluntary activity, a commitment for companies to sign up to and report on should they so wish; a moral endeavour rather than a legal obligation. ‘

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Six Pump Court, 3rd April 2017

Source: www.6pumpcourt.co.uk