Anti-Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy
Effective Date: 1st August 2025
Last Updated: August 2025
Owner: Social Value Consultancy Ltd
Company Registration Number: 11325322
Contact Email: info@socialvalueconsultancy.co.uk
- Policy Statement
Social Value Consultancy Ltd has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically, transparently, and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships, and to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery does not occur within our organisation or our supply chains.
- Purpose
This policy is designed to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and outlines our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms.
- Scope
This policy applies to:
- All employees, contractors, freelancers, and associates
- Our clients, partners, and suppliers
- All locations in which we operate or source services
- Our Commitment
We will:
- Not tolerate or knowingly engage with any organisation involved in slavery or human trafficking
- Monitor our supply chain and subcontractors to ensure compliance
- Incorporate anti-slavery clauses in our supplier contracts
- Conduct due diligence where appropriate, particularly for higher-risk sectors
- Train relevant staff on identifying and reporting modern slavery concerns
- Due Diligence and Supply Chains
While the risk in our sector is low, we nonetheless:
- Maintain a list of approved suppliers and partners
- Conduct risk assessments and apply additional checks for suppliers in higher-risk categories or geographies
- Expect all suppliers to operate in compliance with the Modern Slavery Act and relevant international standards
- Training and Awareness
All employees and contractors are provided with information about this policy during onboarding. Periodic reminders and updates are issued as needed, and key staff receive training in:
- Recognising signs of modern slavery
- Responding appropriately to disclosures or concerns
- Reporting issues internally
- Reporting and Whistleblowing
We encourage all employees, contractors, and third parties to report any concerns about slavery or human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chains. Reports can be made confidentially to:
📧 info@socialvalueconsultancy.co.uk
All concerns are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and appropriate action is taken.
- Review and Responsibility
This policy is reviewed annually or when significant changes to our operations or legislation occur. The Directors of Social Value Consultancy Ltd hold ultimate responsibility for ensuring compliance with this policy.