Moved by
Lord Rosser
1A: Before Clause 1, insert the following new Clause—
“Victims of modern slavery: general duty
(1) In interpreting the provisions of this Act, courts must have regard to the best interests of a victim of slavery, trafficking and exploitation.
(2) In exercising their powers and duties under the provisions of this Act, public authorities and the Secretary of State must have regard to the best interests of a victim of slavery, trafficking, or exploitation.
(3) In performing the duties under subsections (1) and (2), courts, public authorities and the Secretary of State must have particular regard to the personal circumstances of the victim including but not limited to—
(a) the victim’s age,
(b) the victim’s gender,
(c) the victim’s ethnicity and background,
(d) whether the victim has a physical or mental disability; and
(e) other relevant characteristics relating to the victim’s vulnerability.”