UCL released its updated Modern Day Slavery Statement for FY23/24, detailing comprehensive measures taken to counter modern slavery. The update outlines the implementation of supplier desk audits, compliance monitoring, and proactive engagement with high‐risk suppliers to ensure ethical labor practices and sustainable supply chain management.

On February 23, 2024, University College London released its updated Modern Day Slavery Statement for FY22/23, outlining comprehensive measures to prevent modern slavery and exploitation in its supply chains. The statement highlights initiatives such as mandatory staff training, detailed supplier audits, enhanced due diligence, risk mapping, and the enforcement of contractual requirements for suppliers. These actions underscore UCL's commitment to ethical business practices and the protection of human rights across its operations.

An international campaign led by the UCU and ITUC has criticized University College London for not adequately addressing the exploitation of workers employed by subcontractors at its Qatari campus. While UCL acknowledged concerns regarding working conditions, it maintained that it has no direct control over its subcontractors, a stance that has been denounced as shirking ethical responsibilities towards worker rights.

UCL’s President & Provost Michael Spence outlined the university's proactive approach to political engagement in a recent update, highlighting efforts to build personal relationships with ministers across both Conservative and Labour parties and advocating against potential restrictive immigration policies affecting international students.

University College London published its 2023 modern slavery statement summary on the government registry, outlining its approach to address forced labour risks within its supply chain.

University College London's Constitution Unit published a report based on a national survey revealing that UK voters overwhelmingly value honesty, integrity, and the sharing of power in political leadership. The findings emphasize the public's demand for democratic accountability, thereby challenging authoritarian practices by underscoring the importance of transparency and rule-bound governance.

University College London’s Constitution Unit published a report showing that a large majority of UK voters value honesty in their political leaders and favor distributed power to enhance democratic checks and balances.

UCL published its Modern Slavery Statement update detailing measures to assess and mitigate modern slavery risks within its global supply chain. The institution outlines processes like the Defra Prioritisation Exercise, working closely with approved suppliers, and initiatives aimed at ensuring fair wages and pursuing Living Wage accreditation.