exploitation of people, land, natural resources, or markets in occupied territories
Lewisham Pension Fund is set to screen companies for involvement in war crimes and human rights violations in occupied territories.
Lewisham Pension Fund is set to screen companies and sovereign issuers involved in war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, or serious human rights violations, following a decision by the Lewisham Pensions Committee in October 2026. This policy update responds to international conflicts and sanctions, particularly concerning Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territories.
The committee's move to review and potentially amend the Fund's Responsible Investment Beliefs Statement was also influenced by a member survey conducted in December 2025. This initiative addresses the exploitation of people, land, natural resources, or markets in territories under occupation.
Key facts
- Lewisham Pension Fund is set to screen companies for war crimes and human rights violations. Source
- The Lewisham Pensions Committee decided to review and amend the Fund's Responsible Investment Beliefs Statement in October 2026. Source
- The policy update responds to international conflicts and sanctions, particularly regarding Israeli settlements. Source
- A member survey conducted in December 2025 also contributed to the decision. Source
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