Modern Slavery Rules Changing from 1 April 2023
Updated guidance on identifying and managing the risk of modern slavery in supply chains will soon apply. Alex Minett from CHAS looks at what’s changed and...
Read Full ArticleFor Anti-Slavery Day, which takes place on 18 October 2023, CHAS is reminding businesses to stay vigilant about modern slavery and watch out for signs of exploitation in their supply chains.
With an estimated 122,000 victims in the UK, modern slavery is prevalent across multiple sectors, but it can be challenging to detect. However, there are some red flags that individuals, businesses, and organisations can look out for to help identify potential cases of modern slavery. These include:
Keep in mind that the presence of one or more of these red flags does not necessarily indicate slavery, but it should raise suspicion and prompt further investigation. If you suspect modern slavery or human trafficking, contact the Modern Slavery Helpline on: 08000 121 700 or online.
When it comes to preventing modern slavery within supply chains, working with an expert such as CHAS can help organisations verify their contractor base and bolster supply chain due diligence. For example, CHAS Clients can use the CHAS Client portal to find contractors qualified to the CHAS Elite standard, which incorporates the Common Assessment Standard, a qualification that assesses businesses across 13 elements, including modern slavery.
CHAS is also proud to be part of the Supply Chain Sustainability School's Modern Slavery Group, which drives a common approach to identifying, preventing, mitigating and remediating modern slavery risks and labour exploitation. They offer a library of free resources, including videos, e-learning, toolbox talks, practical toolkits and templates to help businesses tackle modern slavery with new resources planned for early 2024, including a common heatmap for exploitation risks.
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Article written by Alex Minett | Published 18 October 2023
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