Budget: Treasury confirms regulation of ESG ratings

James Baxter-Derrington
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Government confirms plans for consultation on a new regulatory regime for ESG ratings

The Treasury has confirmed it will regulate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings, following a year-long consultation initiated in the wake of today's Spring Budget. The move was not referenced...

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