VOICED : Few lessons learned from Pakistans textile 11 September

In 2012, a devastating fire in a Karachi textile factory claimed 255 lives, marking one of the industry's deadliest accidents. Elizabeth George, who lost her son in the tragedy, highlights the inadequate compensation and lack of accountability faced by victims' families. Despite some compensation from a German retailer and factory owners, families feel it is insufficient. Legal actions remain stalled, with no prosecutions yet. The incident has prompted increased scrutiny and demands for rigorous safety checks, but labor laws remain weak, with minimal penalties for violations.

What has been the response of the European Union regarding the factory owners after the fire?

What are the current legal consequences for factory owners in case of violations?