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Late last week, the Financial Conduct Authority gave approval to Shein’s efforts to list on the London Stock Exchange. Shein, known for influencer “haul” videos, has also repeatedly hit the headlines for its negative environmental impacts and allegations of labour abuses, including forced labour, in its… Keep reading »
We are delighted to announce that Helen Moulinos has been appointed as Anti-Slavery International’s new Chief Executive Officer. Helen is an inquisitive and values-led Chief Executive, Board Trustee, and Campaigner, driven by a passion for delivering sustainable change, promoting excellent governance, and collaborating to promote a fairer society for all. Keep reading »
Ten years ago, the UK Government introduced the Modern Slavery Act. The law aimed to reduce exploitation and to provide avenues for criminal justice. However, while pioneering in its day, weaknesses in the Act’s design seriously hampered its effectiveness. Our Communications Manager, Jessica Turner, provides an overview of the… Keep reading »
The landmark adoption of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) in July 2024 had the potential to improve the lives of millions of people in forced labour around the world. But today, the European Commission has formally proposed to drastically weaken the CSDDD. Anti-Slavery International is appalled by this… Keep reading »
We are facing an unprecedented crisis. The US Government recently announced a ‘freeze’ on all foreign assistance. By far the biggest aid donor, the US contributed more than 40 per cent of all humanitarian aid in 2024. This rash move is extremely dangerous, and the consequences will be devastating for… Keep reading »
Brussels, 18 February 2025 – Today, 75 NGOs from the Global South release a joint statement expressing deep concern over reports that the European Union (EU) may weaken its key corporate accountability law, the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). They caution that the opaque process, driven by corporate interests, has excluded communities in the Global South who are most impacted by corporate abuse. Keep reading »
Today, the European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights (ECCHR) and Anti-Slavery International publish Understanding the EU Forced Labour Regulation: Assessment and Recommendations. This essential analysis explains the provisions of the final text and outlines what needs to be done for implementation. Keep reading »
On 18th of December, we celebrate International Migrants Day. On this day, created to honour the contributions of people who have moved, leaving behind their homes and communities, we call attention to the abuses that migrant workers around the world face. Millions of workers are… Keep reading »
In December 2024, a BBC investigation alleged that several own-brand “Italian” tomato purees sold in UK supermarkets (including Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and Waitrose) appear to contain tomatoes grown and picked in China. This puts them at extremely high risk of having been made with Uyghur forced labour. We know our current laws in the UK aren’t strong enough to prevent goods with forced labour from entering the UK, but what can we do about it? Keep reading »
Investigation highlights failure of UK laws to compel companies to address forced labour in supply chains LONDON, 2nd December: The BBC today released an investigation (BBC Eye: Blood on the Shelves) alleging that “own-brand ‘Italian’ tomato purees sold in UK supermarkets appear to contain tomatoes grown… Keep reading »