Ep. 37: Perspectives on the Omnibus Proposal: Lessons from Norway and Germany
Description
In this episode of the 'Perspectives on the Omnibus Proposal' series from the NOVA BHRE podcast, Claire Bright speaks with Kristel Tonstad, Policy Director at the Norwegian National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct, and Daniel Schönfelder, Legal Advisor at the Responsible Contracting Project and expert in Business and Human Rights. Together, they explore key lessons from the German and Norwegian due diligence laws. Daniel reflects on the strengths of the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, while also highlighting areas where future policymakers could build on and improve the German model. Kristel examines the Norwegian Transparency Act, emphasising its positive impact on corporate behaviour, particularly through its risk-based approach to due diligence. The episode concludes with both guests offering their views on whether the challenges identified in national frameworks have been addressed in the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, and presenting their recommendations—grounded in national experience—for the ongoing Omnibus Package discussions.
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