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Bob Katter MP has highlighted child labour concerns regarding potential banana imports from the Philippines. Australia has strong processes to manage biosecurity, pest and disease risks. Yet, potential human rights risks are not considered in this process.

The Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner and Norton Rose Fulbright Australia have partnered to produce a new briefing on the evolving European Union (EU) human rights regulations and what they mean for Australian businesses.

The Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner has provided a submission to the Australian Government’s consultation on Strengthening the Modern Slavery Act.

The Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner, Chris Evans, presented a speech at the Australian Industry Group Conference.

The Office of the Anti-Slavery Commissioner, in partnership with the UN Global Compact Network Australia, last week launched its first joint publication – What is Human Rights Due Diligence?

The Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner, Chris Evans, has welcomed the report of the UN Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of slavery, Tomoya Obokata, and warned that it highlights the ongoing and urgent gaps in Australia’s anti-slavery response.

The Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner, Chris Evans, notes today's announcement of legal proceedings taken by the Australian Uyghur Tangritagh Women's Association, which brings into sharp focus the risk of forced labour in Australian supply chains.

The Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner has welcomed the commencement of public consultations by the Attorney-General's Department to progress reforms to the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth).

The Anti-Slavery Commissioner has issued a letter to major law firms, advisory firms, and industry bodies regarding business compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth).