Illegal Migration Bill: Economic Impact Assessment Debate
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Illegal Migration Bill: Economic Impact Assessment
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Lord Murray of Blidworth (Con)
As the noble Lord is aware, it is the intention of the Bill to create as a tight a framework as possible, and there is a risk that a loophole would be created if the modern slavery provisions were left unamended. That is the purpose of the provisions on modern slavery in the Bill.
Lord Cormack (Con)
My Lords, that is no answer to the noble Lord. The Modern Slavery Act was introduced by the Government, supported by us on this side, and received with pride in all parts of the House. It is being unravelled and there is no proper excuse for that.
Lord Murray of Blidworth (Con)
The noble Lord will not be surprised to learn that I do not agree with him.