ETI’s Head of Knowledge and learning Cindy Berman said ratifying the ILO protocol demonstrates “impressive leadership” and added, “the UK is sending a clear message that it is serious about walking the talk on tackling modern slavery. She said: “All credit should go to the CBI and the TUC in working with government to get this new protocol approved. It’s a great example of collaboration in driving forward an agenda in which all parties feel equally passionate and committed to tackling an abhorrent crime."...According to Cindy Berman, ETI member companies and unions are keen to demonstrate the protocol in action.“Our corporate members, in partnership with trade unions and NGOs, want to set the pace for change on transparency, due diligence and access to remedy. They can offer models of good practice that others can follow.  “Core to tackling modern slavery is freedom of association. Where workers can negotiate their own terms and conditions of work, they are unlikely to be victims of forced labour. This is one of the critical building blocks of effective due diligence."