Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Oral Answers to Questions

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Monday 20th November 2017

(7 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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Any chance of a single sentence inquiry?

Alex Norris Portrait Alex Norris (Nottingham North) (Lab/Co-op)
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Eighteen months since the Modern Slavery Act 2015 came into force, the power to injunct offending companies is yet to be used. Will Ministers say when they will start to use it?

Amber Rudd Portrait Amber Rudd
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I am proud of the Government’s work on the Modern Slavery Act and the fact that we are a world leader in delivering on it. We will always ensure that we protect people who have been victims of modern slavery. If the hon. Gentleman wants to write to me about his particular concern, I would be happy to address it.