A report written by two environmental lawyers which explains the responsibilities of company directors under UK and European environmental law, and their potential personal liabilities. It sets out what steps to take to avert liabilities and what to do in the event of environmental problems, including chapters on whistle-blowing by employees and liabilities for overseas activities.
By:
Stephen Tromans QC, Gillian Irvine Imprint: Earthscan Ltd Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 280mm,
Width: 210mm,
Spine: 279mm
Weight: 450g ISBN:9781853835971 ISBN 10: 1853835978 Series:Business and the Environment Practitioner Series Pages: 120 Publication Date:01 March 2000 Audience:
College/higher education
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General/trade
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Professional & Vocational
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Primary
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Personal liability - a growing risk; general principles; criminal liability of directors; consent, connivance and neglect; non-executive directors, shareholders, and others; an inspector calls; whistle-blowing; will they prosecute?; the consequences of conviction; civil liability; liability for overseas activities; insurance and indemnity; some practical advice; managing a crisis.