Modern slavery, CSRD and the supply chain
What is modern slavery? Modern slavery is the term used to describe some of the world’s worst forms of exploitation, including human trafficking, domestic servitude, child labour, debt bondage, forced marriage, sexual exploitation and more. It is estimated that as many as 40 million people are now trapped in modern slavery worldwide, more than at […]
How a transport boss became a modern slave trader
Picture: Craig Watson/ SWNS.com Dame Ann Gloag, one of Scotland’s richest women with an estimated fortune of £800m, has recently found herself facing charges of human trafficking, along with her husband and two other family members. This revelation has not only tarnished her reputation but has also raised questions about the measures companies must take […]
New US legislation could require forced labour audits
Modern countries are fighting forced labour and human trafficking with legislation that makes it harder to use forced labour in their supply chains and profit from it. Modern slavery acts in the United Kingdom, United States, and other countries around the world are requiring large companies to disclose information regarding their efforts to eradicate human […]
The unseen human cost of the World Cup in Qatar
As the World Cup continues in Qatar, the event is being closely watched. Not only in terms of results of fixtures, but in the cost of human life. Due to the complexity and invisibility of forced labour and modern slavery in the supply chain, it’s impossible to close in on an exact number of people […]
New course – Modern Slavery: A Brief Overview
Is your company benefitting from modern slavery? More than 150 years after slavery was officially abolished, there are more slaves than ever before. It is estimated that as many as 40 million people are estimated to be trapped in modern slavery worldwide. These include workers abused around the world and in your city, forced under […]
Modern slavery: Your questions answered
VinciWorks’ modern slavery webinar 2022 Our modern slavery webinar on 26 October 2022 looked at the latest in modern slavery compliance. During the webinar, we received a number of questions about modern slavery which we have answered below. There is also some additional information on the basics of modern slavery, tackling this issue as a […]
On-demand webinar: Tackling modern slavery – Making a difference beyond tick-box compliance
Since the UK Modern Slavery Act came into force, it is estimated that the number of people trapped in forced labour or forced marriages has actually increased, with the number now believed to have reached over 50 million. A mixture of armed conflict, climate change and the global pandemic has made modern slavery a growing […]
What are countries doing to stop human trafficking & modern slavery?
Modern slavery and human trafficking Modern slavery and human trafficking are grave violations of human rights that continue to exist in various forms across the world. They involve the exploitation and control of individuals through force, coercion, or deception for various purposes, including labour, sexual exploitation, forced marriage, and child exploitation. Modern slavery refers to […]
How to spot modern slavery in your supply chain
The Modern Slavery Act 2015 has now been in effect for well over a year and businesses across the UK have had to adjust to ensure they comply with the Act. While this means large corporations such as ASOS have had to re-think the way they monitor and audit their suppliers. Some companies have yet […]
Timeline for publishing a modern slavery statement
When Should My Organisation Publish its Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement? The 2015 UK Modern Slavery Act stipulates that all companies with an annual turnover of over £36 million must publish a Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement for 2016. The government guidelines recommend that a company’s Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement should be published […]
