Minister James Duddridge opens plenary of the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights Initiative, concluding the UK’s chairmanship.  On 17 March, Minister with responsibility for Conflict Issues James Duddridge opened the Annual Plenary Meeting of the Voluntary Principles Initiative in London. Around 150 figures, representing governments, extractive companies and non-governmental organisations participating in the Initiative, were in attendance. The Plenary marks the conclusion of the UK’s year-long chairmanship of the Initiative, and coincides with the publication of the Annual Report of the Voluntary Principles. During the Plenary, participants will discuss security and human rights challenges, and share best practice. The 2014 annual report, which details our work to support the Voluntary Principles and strengthen the initiative, can be found here.