Modern Slavery How political pressure threatens truth from campus to boardroom A UK university’s handling of forced labour research is a stark reminder that when economic interests eclipse integrity, both academia and business lose their moral compass iStock.com/mohd izzuan Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Friday 07 November 2025 Across universities and boardrooms alike, the space for uncomfortable truths seems to be shrinking. Just look to Britain’s Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) which reportedly caved t 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 You might also like... Human Rights Britain’s record surge in modern slavery referrals puts business under scrutiny Politics Trump turns the screw on global regulation drive Disputes Berry-picking migrants challenge UK’s tribunal time limits Modern Slavery Human trafficking: The hidden crime in plain sight