Modern Slavery Act

Q: What is the Modern Slavery Act?

The Modern Slavery Act 2015 sets out obligations on businesses to prevent slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking within their operations and supply chains.

Q: Which businesses does the Modern Slavery Act affect?

The Act applies to organisations that meet the turnover threshold of £36 million or more and carry out business in the UK. Smaller companies in the supply chain may also be indirectly affected if larger clients require compliance.

Q: How does the Modern Slavery Act affect my business?

You may need to publish a transparency statement outlining the steps your business takes to prevent modern slavery. Failure to comply can result in legal and reputational risk.

Q: What should my Transparency Statement include?

Your statement should cover your company structure, supply chains, risk assessment processes, due diligence, training, and policies. It should also explain the steps you are taking to reduce risks and monitor compliance.

The Modern Slavery Act requires many businesses to publish transparency statements and take steps to prevent exploitation within their supply chains. Failure to comply can expose your organisation to legal, financial, and reputational risks.

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Our employment lawyers help businesses of every size understand their duties under the Act, draft accurate policies, and respond effectively to regulator or stakeholder scrutiny. Whether you are preparing your first transparency statement or reviewing existing practices, we’ll guide you through every stage with straightforward guidance.

From risk assessments to supply chain audits, we will become an extension of your team, providing employment and commercial expertise to keep your company compliant and protect your brand.

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Assessing which Modern Slavery Act obligations apply to your business
Drafting and reviewing transparency statements
Conducting due diligence and supply chain risk assessments
Updating policies and procedures to meet legal standards
Training HR and management teams on compliance
Responding to regulator or stakeholder scrutiny.

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We help companies of all sizes understand and meet their responsibilities under the Modern Slavery Act. Here are answers to your common questions:

What is the Modern Slavery Act?

Which businesses does the Modern Slavery Act affect?

How does the Modern Slavery Act affect my business?

What should my Transparency Statement include?

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