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22 Mar 2016

Author:
Charlotte Durrant, Sedex (UK)

UK: Sedex tackles forced labour with new guidance

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The Sedex Associate Auditor Group today releases new guidance on how to spot the signs of actual, likely or possible cases of forced labour for both auditors and audit readers. The guide...seeks to tackle the issue of modern slavery and forced labour being under reported at audit...It outlines a list of indicators, which either independently or in various combinations, can suggest where there is a risk of forced labour in a worker's employment cycle. The guide highlights the importance of protecting possible victims and advises auditors of the importance of capturing and documenting evidence when they suspect or find forced labour. It can be used as a general reference tool by auditing bodies, ethical sourcing initiatives and brands to help them understand forced labour risks and enhance their existing audit protocols...