In july 2018 the uk government commissioned an independent review of the modern slavery act 2015.
Uk home office modern slavery act. Perhaps you did too. About this guidance introduction to modern slavery the best idea is to think of the victim in terms of rehabilitation and work towards it. Female genital mutilation act 2003 c. Sexual offences act 2003 c.
Terrorism act 2006 c. Independent review of the modern slavery act 2015. You are working with people who have been in an environment where they were. Published 12 march 2019.
The aim of the review was to identify where the act is working well what can be improved in the implementation of the act and whether specific areas of the legislation need to be strengthened. Minor and consequential amendments. Modern slavery is a barbaric crime that destroys the lives of its victims which is why we introduced the world leading modern slavery act in 2015 and have put in place the modern slavery strategy. This is a requirement under section 54 transparency in supply chains of the modern slavery act 2015.
The modern slavery act will give law enforcement the tools to fight modern slavery ensure perpetrators can receive suitably severe punishments for these appalling crimes and enhance support and. The modern slavery act 2015 gives law enforcement agencies the tools to tackle modern slavery including maximum life sentences for perpetrators and enhanced protection for victims the number of live police operations has increased thanks to the provisions under the act from 188 police operations in december 2016 to at least 1 810 in february 2020. If you have any questions about the modern slavery reporting requirements or would like to suggest a case study contact. Modern slavery act 2015 c.
Anti terrorism crime and security act 2001 c. 5 published by the home office march 2020 1. We got a letter from the home office last month reminding us no doubt in common with many others of our obligations under the modern slavery act 2015. Domestic violence crime and victims act 2004 c.
Apparently it is going to publish a name and shame list of non compliant organisations after an audit at the end of march 2019. The slavery and human trafficking statement should set out.