The UK Government's 'stop the boats' bill is set to become law after the government defeated last minute attempts to change it.
Former Prime Minister, and advocate for modern slavery victims has criticised the Government on its Illegal Migration Bill and its limited protection for victims of modern slavery.
Campaigners have criticised the government for failing to consider how its small boats bill will impact victims of modern slavery.
Last week, Members of the House of Lords debated the Illegal Migration Bill at second reading. Following the debate, CARE's CEO, Ross Hendry, had the following letter published in the Telegraph.
The number of people thought to be victims of modern slavery has reached a record high in England and Wales, official statistics show.
The UK Government's small boats bill poses a threat to modern slavery victims in Scotland, CARE for Scotland has warned.
Human trafficking is one of the greatest violations of human dignity. We are fighting for effective laws that will help victims get better support.
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