HS: Finnish government is ready to torpedo responsibility directive despite criticism

The Finnish government announced last week it is considering abstaining from voting on the long-discussed EU directive on corporate responsibility. The announcement has drawn criticism from not only non-governmental organisations, but also from some companies, reports Helsingin Sanomat.

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