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Even in cases where non-compliance was discovered, the European Commission has never revoked a company's authorisation since the law's implementation.  (Photo: CDC)

Firms using toxic chemicals face no penalty, despite EU law

People and the environment continue to be exposed to potentially harmful chemicals as EU companies keep on using forbidden toxic substances, said environmental law organisation ClientEarth in a report published on Monday (9 December).

“People likely think they’re protected from dangerous chemicals by EU lawmakers. What our report shows is that the reverse is ...

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