EIRIS Foundation

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The EIRIS Foundation is a research, advice and advocacy charity building a just and sustainable finance system. Our vision is a financial system that works for people and planet.

10 Things you need to know about corporate lobbying - a guide for investors, CSOs, policymakers and companies Corporate lobbying is a form of advocacy where corporations try to shape the government decisions. It's a way for businesses to have their voices heard in the political process Corporations and big business lobby governments to influence policy in their favour. They're usually seeking favourable legislation, lower taxes or reduced regulations. Their approaches might include shaping policy to increase profits, reduce costs or gain advantages over their competitors The individuals or entities who engage in corporate lobbying can include professional lobby firms, in-house lobbyists, trade and industry associations, think tanks and, sometimes, those in the companies involved The ways in which lobbying is regulated differ from nation to nation. In the UK, there are acts designed to increase transparency across the field. In the EU the Transparency Register requires lobbyists to disclose their activities and adhere to a code of conduct The scope and approach of lobbying and advocacy differs. Typically, lobbying targets policymakers and specific regulations or legislations. Advocacy, meanwhile, covers a wide range of activities which are all designed to raise awareness and support for a cause
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