Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement (Voluntary)

Introduction and Commitment:  We are committed to ensuring that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in our supply chains or in any part of our business. We act ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships. We implement and enforce effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking is not taking place anywhere in our business operations. 

Our Business and Supply Chains:  We operate within the UK financial services sector, primarily providing professional financial services. Our business activities generate a turnover below the statutory minimum requirement   Given the nature of our business and our regulated financial services environment, we consider the risk of modern slavery or human trafficking within our direct business operations to be exceptionally low. Our supply chains are limited and consist primarily of UK-based professional services providers, software vendors, office suppliers, and utilities.

Our Policies and Due Diligence:  We operate a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. To ensure all those in our supply chain comply with our values, we take the following proportionate steps:

• Reviewing key suppliers and vendors to ensure they comply with ethical standards.
• Encouraging a transparent culture where employees can report any concerns via clear whistleblowing channels.
• Ensuring all staff are paid fairly, treated ethically, and have the right to work in the UK.

Training and Awareness:  To ensure a high level of understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our supply chains and our business, we provide relevant awareness information to our team members where necessary.