On 16 December 2025 , the European Parliament voted in favor of the Omnibus I package , adopting updated rules simplifying sustainability reporting and corporate due diligence. The directive passed with 428 votes in favor, 218 against, and 17 abstentions . This marks a major step in EU regulatory reform—but not without controversy. While the Omnibus aims to reduce administrative burden, critics argue it weakens safeguards for climate, human rights, and corporate accountabilit

On 13 November , Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) voted in favor of their negotiating position  on the Omnibus I package , with 382 in favor, 249 against, and 13 abstentions . The vote signals support for reduced scope  and simplified sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements  for EU companies. These are proposed changes, and the rules are not yet final . Final legislation will depend on trilogue negotiations between the Parliament, Council and Commissi

On February 26, 2024, the European Commission released the much-anticipated Omnibus package, confirming significant changes to the...

Omnibus Under Fire: What's at Stake? The EU’s Omnibus proposal is at the center of a heated debate. Aimed at simplifying sustainability...

The EU’s Omnibus proposal is shaking up sustainability reporting. It promises to simplify compliance, but is it a step forward or a...

New to CSRD? Here’s What You Need to Know With ongoing discussions about the Omnibus proposal, there is uncertainty about its impact on...