"Åpenhetsrapport"
For ECOVIS Myployer Norway AS
Introduction
As a responsible business, ECOVIS Myployer Norway AS is committed to transparency, upholding fundamental human rights, and ensuring decent working conditions throughout our operations. This report outlines our efforts to comply with the Åpenhetsloven (Openness Act) and provides insight into our commitment to respecting human rights and maintaining ethical labor practices.
Key Information about Åpenhetsloven
Date of the Act: June 18, 2021
Effective Date: July 1, 2022
Department: Barne- og familiedepartementet
Overview of Åpenhetsloven
The Åpenhetsloven is a Norwegian law designed to promote businesses' respect for fundamental human rights and decent working conditions in the production of goods and delivery of services. It also aims to provide the public access to information on how businesses address negative consequences in these areas.
Key Sections of the Law
§ 1. Purpose of the Law
The law aims to promote businesses' respect for fundamental human rights and decent working conditions, along with providing the public access to information on how businesses handle negative consequences in these areas.
§ 2. Scope of the Law
The law applies to larger businesses based in Norway offering goods and services, both domestically and internationally. It also applies to larger foreign businesses offering goods and services in Norway, subject to Norwegian tax laws.
§ 4. Duty to Conduct Due Diligence
Businesses are required to conduct due diligence assessments following OECD guidelines, including anchoring responsibility in the company's policies, assessing negative consequences, implementing appropriate measures, and communicating with stakeholders.
§ 5. Duty to Disclose Due Diligence Assessments
Businesses must publicly disclose a report on their due diligence assessments, including a general description of the organization, information on identified negative consequences, and details about implemented or planned measures to address these consequences.
§ 6. Right to Information
Anyone has the right to request information from a business about how it handles actual and potential negative consequences related to human rights and decent working conditions.
Compliance and Reporting
Due Diligence Assessments
ECOVIS conducts regular due diligence assessments in line with OECD guidelines. These assessments are proportional to our business size, nature, context, and the severity and likelihood of negative consequences.
Disclosure Report
Our annual disclosure report, easily accessible on our website, includes:
- General organization information
- Details on identified negative consequences and significant risks
- Measures implemented or planned to address these consequences
The report is updated and published by June 30 each year and upon significant changes in risk assessments.
Right to Information
Stakeholders can request information about our practices in handling negative consequences. We commit to providing comprehensive and understandable information within a reasonable timeframe.Conclusion ECOVIS remains dedicated to operating responsibly, upholding human rights, and maintaining ethical labor practices. Our commitment to transparency aligns with the principles of the Åpenhetsloven. For further information, please contact Jørgen Svendgård, Managing Partner.
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