The UK government can use the process of revising [its] action plan to respond to [a poll showing that 72% agreed with the statement that the next Government should make it a priority to promote ethical practices among businesses], leading by example through a more consistent approach across departments, and taking steps to level the playing field for companies, rewarding those who take human rights seriously and incentivising other to do better. The message that UK companies must respect internationally recognised human rights standards wherever they operate should be reiterated and clarified. When companies damage the UK's reputation by failing to oeprate to the highest standards, a robust regulatory response should follow. Finally, the new plan must properly address Pillar III of the UNGPs by detailing actions to enable people and communities harmed by UK company malpractice internationally to access to remedy in the UK when they are unable to do so in their own countries...