Decision

Purpose of report 

This report provides an update to Cabinet on the ongoing work within the Council to tackle and prevent modern slavery. The Council has made a commitment to tackle modern slavery and publish a modern slavery statement annually.

Decision 

Cabinet agreed:

1. Note the progress made on the delivery of the Modern Slavery Statement and the next steps required to further tackle modern slavery;
2. Agree the updated Modern Slavery Statement.

Reasons for decision 

The Council has made a commitment to tackle modern slavery and publish a modern slavery statement annually.

Alternative options considered and rejected 

The option to do nothing has been rejected as the Council has made a commitment to combat modern slavery within its supply chains. A failure to publish an up-to-date Modern Slavery Statement and take action to prevent modern slavery could lead to the council incurring financial and legal penalties and could cause reputational damage.

Declarations of interest 

None declared in respect of this item.