The UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 Briefing

This Sedex briefing explores the risks of human trafficking and forced labour in global supply chains, providing an overview of the UK Modern Slavery Act and its implications for business.

The briefing covers:

Indicators of forced labour and factors that increase workers’ vulnerability to labour exploitation
Overview of the UK Modern Slavery Act and the Transparency in Supply Chains clause and their implications for businesses
What does reporting for the Transparency in Supply Chains clause require?
Guidance on how Sedex can help companies meet the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act

The UK Modern Slavery Act 2015. The Transparency in Supply Chains clause & what it means for businesses DOWNLOAD

UK Modern Slavery Act 2015

Modern Slavery Act 2015 2015 CHAPTER 30 An Act to make provision about slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour and about human trafficking, including provision for the protection of victims; to make provision for an Independent Anti-slavery Commissioner; and...

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