Modern Slavery

Effective Date: November, 2020

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Modern Slavery Policy

Career Consulting & Solutions Ltd

1. Introduction
Career Consulting & Solutions Ltd is committed to maintaining and promoting ethical business practices in all its operations. This policy outlines our commitment to eradicating any form of modern slavery and human trafficking from our business and supply chain. We take a zero-tolerance approach to such practices and strive to ensure our operations uphold the highest standards of integrity and respect for human rights.

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2. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to:

• Demonstrate Career Consulting & Solutions Ltd’s commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking.

• Ensure compliance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and other relevant legislation.

• Establish a clear framework for identifying and mitigating risks of modern slavery within our business and supply chain.

 

3. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners of Career Consulting & Solutions Ltd. It extends to all aspects of our operations and supply chain, including recruitment, consultancy, and partnerships.

 

4. Our Commitment
Career Consulting & Solutions Ltd is committed to:

• Conducting business ethically and transparently.

• Implementing robust due diligence procedures to identify, assess, and address risks of modern slavery and human trafficking.

• Providing training and awareness programs for employees to understand and recognise signs of modern slavery.

• Encouraging open and transparent reporting mechanisms for any concerns related to modern slavery.

• Collaborating with stakeholders, including suppliers, to promote ethical labour practices.

 

5. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
To identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery, Career Consulting & Solutions Ltd will:

• Regularly assess potential risks in our operations and supply chain.

• Engage with suppliers and contractors to evaluate their labor practices and adherence to ethical standards.

• Conduct periodic audits and assessments to ensure compliance with our ethical standards.

 

6. Training and Awareness
We will provide training to our employees to ensure they:

• Understand the principles of modern slavery and human trafficking.

• Are equipped to identify risks and report concerns effectively.

• Commit to upholding the values outlined in this policy.

 

7. Reporting and Whistleblowing
Career Consulting & Solutions Ltd encourages all employees, contractors, and partners to report any concerns about modern slavery. Reports can be made confidentially via our whistleblowing mechanism. We ensure that all reports will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and addressed appropriately without retaliation.

 

8. Supply Chain Management
We are committed to working with suppliers and contractors who share our values. As part of our procurement processes, we will:

• Require suppliers to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct.

• Include modern slavery clauses in supplier contracts where appropriate.

• Monitor and review supplier compliance with ethical labour practices.

 

9. Accountability and Governance
The Senior Leadership Team of Career Consulting & Solutions Ltd is responsible for implementing and overseeing this policy. Regular updates will be provided to the board to ensure ongoing commitment and compliance.

 

10. Monitoring and Review
This policy will be reviewed annually or whenever there are significant changes in relevant legislation or business operations. Amendments will be made to address emerging risks or improve our practices.

 

11. Approval and Communication
This policy is approved by the board of directors and will be communicated to all employees, contractors, and stakeholders. A copy of this policy will be available on our website and provided upon request.

 

12. Effective Date
This policy is effective as of [20/10/2020].