Nationality and Borders Act 2022 (Part 5 – Modern Slavery)

Summary

Part 5 reforms the National Referral Mechanism for identifying victims of modern slavery. Introduces a statutory reasonable and conclusive grounds decision framework, raises the standard of proof for reasonable grounds decisions, and introduces disqualification from protection for those who are a threat to public order.

Key Points

• Statutory NRM framework
• Public order disqualification from trafficking victim protections
• Temporary leave to remain for confirmed victims cooperating with investigations

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