Modern Slavery Australia to criminalise supply chain modern slavery violations Proposed penalty framework comes after Trump administration threatens global trade tariffs over forced labour inaction iStock.com/alfexe Image Freya Gilbert Deputy Editor Thursday 16 July 2026 The Albanese government will make failure to prevent supply chain modern slavery a criminal offence for companies with annual revenues exceeding AU$100m (£51.7m). Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access For more on legislative change across the globe, see the IEL Monitor – IEL’s forward-looking tracking tool that covers developments in labour and employment law around the world. You might also like... Modern Slavery UK’s modern slavery reforms still lag behind international peers Modern Slavery US forced labour tariffs blindside key trading partners Modern Slavery New Zealand MPs push ahead with tough anti-slavery rules Modern Slavery Jersey to introduce modern slavery legislation after politician’s conviction