(1) This Policy sets out our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and (2) We are committed to conducting our business ethically, responsibly and in compliance with applicable modern (3) This Policy applies to: (4) We are a compact organisation and engage directly with our service providers. (5) This operating model enables: (6) All providers are assessed individually prior to engagement and periodically thereafter. Assessments are informed (7) In assessing provider suitability, we consider: (8) We favour local and national providers operating within consistent legal frameworks, as this: (9) Where providers service government agencies or other regulated entities, we recognise that such providers are (10) We maintain a balanced and appropriate mix of employees and contractors, aligned to operational needs. (11) We recognise that workforce composition can influence modern slavery risk and take this into account when (12) Where recruitment agencies are used, we: (13) This approach reduces exposure to high-risk recruitment practices and supports traceability and oversight of (14) We apply a risk-based approach to modern slavery, focusing our efforts where risk is more likely to arise. This (15) Our approach recognises that modern slavery risk cannot be eliminated entirely but must be identified, assessed (16) Modern slavery risks are not static. We therefore: (17) Any concerns or suspected instances of modern slavery relating to our operations or providers may be raised (18) Concerns will be taken seriously and addressed appropriately. (19) Responsibility for this Policy and its implementation rests with senior management. (20) This Policy is reviewed periodically to ensure it remains appropriate to our operations, client expectations and (21) We are committed to continuous improvement in identifying and managing modern slavery risks and will updateModern Slavery Prevention Policy
Section 1 - Purpose
supply chains, and describes the measures we take to identify, assess and mitigate modern slavery risks in a manner
that is proportionate, practical and appropriate to the size and nature of our organisation.Section 2 - Our Commitment
slavery and human rights laws. We do not tolerate modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, debt bondage or
other forms of exploitation in any part of our operations or supply arrangements.Section 3 - Scope
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Top of PageSection 5 - Provider Selection and Suitability Assessment
Direct Assessment
by:
Location and Legal Framework
Government and Regulated Client Considerations
typically subject to heightened compliance, governance and reporting obligations. This is taken into account as part of
our assessment of provider maturity and suitability.Section 6 - Workforce and Recruitment Practices
Workforce Composition
assessing providers and recruitment practices.Recruitment Agencies
worker engagement.Section 7 - Risk Management Approach
includes consideration of:
and managed appropriately.Section 8 - Monitoring and Review
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through our usual governance or reporting channels.Section 10 - Responsibility and Oversight
regulatory requirements.Section 11 - Continuous Improvement
our practices as our organisation, provider base or regulatory environment evolves.
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