Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

1. Policy Statement

Business Together Limited (BTL) is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all our business activities. We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, and exploitation in our operations and supply chain. We are dedicated to implementing effective systems and controls to prevent and address these issues in compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of BTL, including employees, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and business partners. BTL expects all associated entities to comply with this policy and actively work toward eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking.

3. Our Commitment

BTL is committed to:

Actively Preventing Modern Slavery: We are vigilant in ensuring that no part of our business or supply chain is complicit in human trafficking or slavery.
Promoting Transparency and Accountability: We promote transparency and integrity in our hiring and operational practices, regularly reviewing and improving our policies and procedures to detect and prevent human rights abuses.
Raising Awareness: BTL educates its employees on recognizing the signs of modern slavery and encourages them to report any concerns through designated channels.

4. Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

BTL implements rigorous due diligence procedures to evaluate and mitigate risks associated with modern slavery, especially when forming relationships with new suppliers or business partners. We: Conduct risk assessments to identify areas of potential vulnerability in our supply chain. Require suppliers to adhere to our Anti-Slavery Policy and confirm that they do not engage in slavery or human trafficking. Maintain open communication with suppliers and partners to ensure they understand our expectations and commitment to ethical practices.

5. Reporting and Compliance

BTL encourages a culture of openness and accountability. Employees or third parties are encouraged to report concerns or suspected violations through our confidential reporting channels. We investigate all reported instances and take appropriate action, including reassessing supplier relationships if necessary.

6. Training and Awareness

We provide training to ensure that employees understand the signs of modern slavery and their role in preventing it. This policy and related training are reviewed annually to remain effective and aligned with current laws and best practices.

7. Review of Policy

This policy is reviewed regularly to reflect new legal standards, business practices, and any changes in our operations or supply chains. BTL remains committed to continuously improving our practices to combat modern slavery and trafficking.