Following a contentious vote to remove legal protections from the Great British Energy bill, UK ministers have promised to enhance efforts against forced labour in supply chains. A House of Commons vote rejected an amendment aimed at ensuring state-owned GB Energy doesn't support companies linked to modern slavery, particularly in sourcing solar panel materials from regions like Xinjiang, China. In response, the government plans to appoint a dedicated individual to lead on ethical supply chains and tackle modern slavery, emphasizing a broader cross-government strategy rather than isolated company efforts.
The UK government has indicated it will prioritize tackling forced labour in supply chains, particularly as it relates to solar energy materials from China.
Despite a push back from MPs, the Labour party managed to avoid rebellion by voting to remove protections regarding forced labour in the Great British Energy bill.
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