Supply Chain Act: EU Commission plans one-year postponement

The EU actually wants to use the law to hold companies with more than 1,000 employees accountable for human rights violations and environmental pollution in their supply chains from 2027. The Commission is now proposing to postpone the first deadline for implementation by one year to June 26, 2028. The law will then come into full effect one year later.

Less liability, less frequent evidence

The companies concerned will no longer have to ensure compliance with human rights and environmental standards throughout their entire supply chain, but only with their direct suppliers. According to the proposals, proof of this would no longer be required annually, but only every five years. The Commission also wants to limit EU-wide civil liability for violations of the requirements.