UK Statutory Instrument 2015 United Kingdom

Modern Slavery Act 2015 (Transparency in Supply Chains) Regulations 2015

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What's here

1 compliance obligation, 1 practical guide

Who this Act binds

Plus 1 non-business duty on Crown ministers, regulators, local authorities or tribunals — shown collapsed under each section below.

Relevant guidance

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1 guides

What this Act requires

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s.004

Review

Other duties (1) — Crown / regulator
  • Secretary of State must review Modern Slavery reporting regulations Crown / Minister / Government department
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Fair Work Agency

Primary

Unified labour market enforcement body for Great Britain. Takes over National Minimum Wage enforcement from HMRC, enforces statutory sick pay and holiday …

Home Office

Government department responsible for immigration, security, and law and order. Administers UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), issues sponsor licences for employers hiring …

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Made under

Employment Rights Act 2025 2025 Primary Act

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