The benchmark assesses the largest UK companies on how they are taking steps to eradicate modern slavery in their operations and supply chains.
We believe investors
have a key role to play in helping companies deliver systemic change in the
fight against modern slavery. The benchmark is a tool for
investors to support engagement efforts and to help investors understand the
level to which companies are active in the fight against modern slavery.
Overall, the benchmark revealed that despite there being policies in place, there was an
emphasis on policy rather than on practical activity to tackle modern slavery.