We were honoured to be invited to the House of Lords to contribute to a parliamentary briefing on proposed reforms to the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
The discussion brought together key stakeholders, including the Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, IOM, parliamentarians and policy experts, to explore how these changes may impact both the asylum system and protections for survivors of human trafficking.
With referrals to the National Referral Mechanism rising significantly in recent years, it is more important than ever that this legislation is shaped carefully. Human trafficking must be recognised as a distinct and serious crime, and survivors must be identified and protected based on their experiences—not misrepresented within wider immigration narratives.
We strongly believe that those shaping policy must hear directly from experts and survivors themselves. Their voices and lived experiences are essential to ensuring that any changes are effective, fair, and grounded in reality.
We will continue to advocate for a survivor-centred approach—one that places individuals at the heart of decision-making, and ensures systems are trauma-informed and built on lived experience.
