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SLAVERY

Watch: Head of modern slavery advocacy group not proud of NZ's track record on the issue.
Slavery

'Not in a position to feel proud of': Head of advocacy group not proud of NZ's track record on modern slavery

It comes as the Government introduces new laws to prevent slavery and exploitation.
Related video: Exploitative bosses putting NZ's anti-slavery reputation 'at stake' - business leaders.
Slavery

'Transformative work': Govt wants to require organisations to address slavery in supply chains

The minister in charge admits New Zealand needs to follow other countries already doing it.
Michelia Miles from Trade Aid, Minister Michael Wood, Grant Bayldon from World Vision.
Slavery

'Urgent imperative to act': Modern slavery petition accepted as Govt convenes group to advise on possible law

One figure says legislation is a "long time coming".

Watch: Peruvian Ambassador under investigation for alleged exploitation in New Zealand.
Slavery

Kiwis spending $34 a week on products linked to slavery, research finds

It comes as the Government is called upon to introduce modern slavery legislation.

Joseph Auga Matamata brought 13 Samoan workers to Hastings between 1994 and April 2019.
Slavery

'Abhorrent': Hastings man gets 11 years' jail for trafficking, enslaving Samoans

He brought 13 Samoan workers to Hastings between 1994 and April 2019.