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Written question asked by Chris Murray (Labour) on Monday, 21 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 1 September 2025. It was answered by Justin Madders (Labour) on Wednesday, 3 September 2025 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Fair Work Agency

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the structures in place for the Fair Work Agency to collaborate with other Government departments to (a) prevent and (b) disrupt modern slavery.

Answer

The Fair Work Agency will take on the full remit of the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority (GLAA).

Collaborating with other government bodies will be crucial to the Fair Work Agency effectively enforcing employment rights. We have ensured it will be able to share information with specified bodies where disclosures are relevant to their statutory function.

The Government is committed to ensuring the Fair Work Agency has what it needs to do its job. The Bill therefore provides for the transfer of existing staff to ensure we retain the relevant expertise.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
69479
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Departmental coordination Slavery Fair Work Agency
Link
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