Klara Skrivankova from Anti Slavery International gave an overview of progress and the process for the UK Modern Slavery Bill before it is approved; where the opportunities for influencing lie; and what the Bill will mean for NGOs / civil society to hold companies and the government to account for their actions & commitments.
Henrietta Lake from Sainsbury’s talked about their new training partnership with the Gangmasters Licensing Authority and Derby University, plus the Stronger Together initiative, set up with retailers to build awareness amongst suppliers in the food & agriculture sector to help them recognise signs of exploitation and what to do about it.
Matt Crossman gave an investor perspective on the Modern Slavery Bill and talked about his work at Rathbones to get the investor community to take note; he also touched upon partnerships with others such as Calverts and why he’s been advocating for the TISC based on California / Federal changes.