Modern slavery: How the UK is leading the fight
This written ministerial statement was laid in the House of Commons by 皇冠体育appresa May and in the House of Lords by Lord Taylor of Holbeach
皇冠体育app Secretary of State for the Home Department (皇冠体育appresa May):
Modern slavery affects people from all over the world, including here in the United Kingdom. 皇冠体育app government is committed to stamping out this abhorrent crime, building on the UK鈥檚 strong track record in supporting victims and tackling the perpetrators. That is why we have introduced the Modern Slavery Bill, which will have its second reading in the House of Commons later today. 皇冠体育app Bill will give law enforcement the tools to tackle modern slavery, ensure that perpetrators can receive suitably severe sentences for these appalling crimes, and enhance support and protection for victims. However, we recognise that legislation is only one part of the solution. 皇冠体育app Government is also taking forward a comprehensive programme of activity, which includes:
- trialling child trafficking advocates
- establishing safeguarding and trafficking teams at the border
- working with the private sector to address modern slavery in supply chains
- reviewing the National Referral Mechanism
This programme of activity will be set out in a new modern slavery strategy which will be published in the autumn.
Today we have published a document setting out our activity on modern slavery, a copy of which will be placed in the House Library. Copies will also be available in the Vote Office.