NZLaw Fineprint, Winter 2026, No 100
Modern Slavery Bill Implications for business The introduction into Parliament of the Modern Slavery Bill has brought awareness of how modern slavery has manifested itself into New Zealand businesses. Modern slavery can rear its ugly head in a range of ways from forced labour in supply chains, exploitation (or coercion) of workers and various forms of trafficking. The Bill has also made history as it is the first time a bill has been introduced through Standing Order 288. This…