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Lewisham Pension Fund is set to screen companies for human rights violations, following a committee decision.
The Lewisham Pensions Committee decided in October 2026 that the Lewisham Pension Fund will screen companies and sovereign issuers for war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, or serious violations of human rights. This policy update involves reviewing and potentially amending the Fund's Responsible Investment Beliefs Statement.
This significant move by the committee responds to recent international conflicts and sanctions, particularly those related to Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territories. A member survey conducted in December also provided substantial responses that contributed to the policy update.
Key facts
- Lewisham Pensions Committee decided in October 2026 to review its Responsible Investment Beliefs Statement. Source
- The Lewisham Pension Fund will screen companies for war crimes or serious human rights violations. Source
- The policy update responds to international conflicts and sanctions. Source
- A member survey in December contributed to the policy update. Source
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