The special issue will contribute to the discussion on responsibilities of businesses and states in light of the relationship between business and human rights. The EHRR [Essex Human Rights Review] welcomes articles and book reviews examining the relationship and responsibilities for its 2012 Special Issue. Papers might reflect on: The impact of business activities on national, regional and international human rights issues, such as water privatization, activities of pharmaceutical companies or the resource curse. State obligations to regulate and constrain business activities. Articles might assess the future application of the Guiding Principles submitted by UNSRSG John Ruggie in 2010...