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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Eradicating modern slavery in NHS supply chains

05 June 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Karin Smyth Lab Bristol South

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Department of Health and Social Care is proceeding to introduce regulations to eliminate goods and services linked to modern slavery in NHS procurement processes.
  • The department aims to standardise risk management across all NHS supply chains.
  • A single approach to addressing modern slavery through public procurement rules will be enforced.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the eradication of modern slavery in NHS supply chains, including forced labour and human trafficking.

Action requested

DHSC is proceeding to introduce regulations to eliminate goods and services linked to modern slavery in NHS procurement processes. The department aims to standardise risk management across all NHS supply chains and enforce a single approach to addressing modern slavery through public procurement rules.

Key facts

  • 21% of suppliers are at high risk of slavery and human trafficking.
  • £60 billion is the estimated value of healthcare services procured for the NHS in England annually.
  • The review of modern slavery risk was published on 14 December 2023.
  • Public consultation ran from 21 November 2024 to 13 February 2025.
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