Modern Day Slavery

MODERN DAY SLAVERY ACT POLICY

Group Metropolitan Ltd is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms within its business and supply chain. Modern-day slavery includes slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and servitude This Modern-Day Slavery Act Policy outlines our commitment to eradicating slavery and human trafficking, and the measures we have in place to achieve this goal.

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and any other business partners we are associated with.

Due Diligence in Supply Chains

We will make reasonable enquires to all those in our immediate service supply chain, to ensure their activities are not included in modern slavery. When evaluating and selecting our suppliers it is not only based on economic factors but also on their commitment to ethical and responsible business practices. Suppliers must submit their Modern-Day Slavery Policy to us, it will be reviewed prior to us making them approved to work with.

Our supply chain should authorise us to conduct audits to assess their compliance with our policy. These audits may be unannounced visits to ensure transparency and accuracy.

Training

All employees are expected to comply with all laws and act in accordance with local guidelines and regulations. Additional information and support are available to assist employees and our supply chain in understanding the importance of preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, servitude and slavery. A training module is also available to employees.

Recruitment

Our HR department will perform Right to Work checks in the UK during the onboarding process and regularly throughout employees' tenure. Every employee is provided with an employment contract that outlines their rights and responsibilities during their employment, including the notice period required for contract termination and departure from their role. Employees are free to serve notice at any time.

Reporting Mechanisms

We encourage all employees and stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern-day slavery by contacting HR@GroupMetropolitan.com. All reports will be confidential and protect whistleblowers from any type of retaliation.

If any allegations or evidence of modern-day slavery or human trafficking are found, we will take immediate and appropriate action. This can include terminating our relationship with suppliers or individuals involved as well as reporting such activities to the relevant authorities.

We are fully committed to preventing modern-day slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We believe that by upholding the principles of ethical conduct we can contribute to a world where these heinous practices no longer exist.

This policy will be regularly reviewed annually and updated to reflect changes in legislation, best practices and emerging risks.

Graham Halls (Signed) Managing Director
Date Reviewed: 5th October 2024
Next Review Date: 5th October 2025