The purpose of this jointly sponsored bill is to implement a statutory framework to strengthen and coordinate actions to combat modern slavery.

This bill seeks to amend the Employment Relations Act 2000 to protect employees who discuss or disclose their remuneration.

This bill amends the Crimes Act 1961 to clarify that not paying an employee their wages is theft.

This bill makes clear that a company director, in acting as the mind and will of the company, can take actions that take into account wider matters other than the financial bottom-line. This may include matters such as the principles of te Tiriti, environmental impacts, good corporate ethics, being a good employer, and the interests of the wider community.