A Bill to make further provision for transparency in supply chains in respect of slavery and human trafficking
House of Lords
12 September 2019
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This bill would require large organisations operating in the UK to be more transparent about modern slavery and human trafficking in their supply chains. It would require annual statements detailing the steps the organisation is taking to prevent slavery in its suppliers and contractors. The aim is to improve accountability and reduce exploitation in supply chains.
The bill is currently at the 2nd reading stage in the Lords. It began with a 1st reading in July 2017.
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12 Jul 2017
First reading took place on 12 July. This stage is a formality that signals the start of the Bill's journey through the Lords.
The 2017-2019 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
