Australian companies could face criminal charges over forced labour in global supply chains
The government will also introduce civil penalties for companies that fail to comply with existing obligations under Australia’s Modern Slavery Act, replacing…
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The government will also introduce civil penalties for companies that fail to comply with existing obligations under Australia’s Modern Slavery Act, replacing a regime that critics have long argued relied too heavily on voluntary reporting. An independent review led by Professor John McMillan found Australia’s 2018 Modern Slavery Act had “not yet caused meaningful change” for victims and recommended mandatory due diligence requirements. Attorney-General Michelle Rowland has announced tougher penalties for large companies found with modern slavery in supply chains.
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The government will also introduce civil penalties for companies that fail to comply with existing obligations under Australia’s Modern Slavery Act, replacing a regime that critics have long argued relied too heavily on voluntary reporting.
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An independent review led by Professor John McMillan found Australia’s 2018 Modern Slavery Act had “not yet caused meaningful change” for victims and recommended mandatory due diligence requirements.
according to The Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories +2Attorney-General Michelle Rowland has announced tougher penalties for large companies found with modern slavery in supply chains.
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