Sherrard Conversation | Modern Slavery Act 2015 - Six Years of Missed Opportunity [ONLINE]
Wednesday 1st of June 2022 18:00
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Online via Zoom (joining link will be circulated via email)Timings
18:00 - 19:30
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Smart CasualEvent Details
All members of the Inn are welcome to attend this event.
This discussion will be led by Benjamin Knight and Dr Felicity Gerry QC |
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Since the Modern Slavery Act 2015 came into force in October 2015, the use of forced labour has grown and victims are being failed due to preconceptions and prejudices within the Criminal Justice System. In this session, Ben Knight and Master Richmond will try to dispel some of the myths around this misunderstood Act of Parliament, the case law around it, and how to think strategically when tackling the issue in court. |
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Qualifying Session Details
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Learning Outcomes:
After this session, students should be able to:
- Identify common practical issues with the current application of s.45 of the Modern Slavery Act;
- Explain how and why modern slavers are outsmarting/outmaneuvering the State.
- Recognise how a lawyers actions in court can impact on the wider understanding of the Modern Slavery Act.
Links to the Professional Statement, wider workings of the Bar, administration of justice or a public interest matter
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- 1.1 / 1.3 / 1.4
- 3.6
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