1. Purpose

This policy sets out [Chelsea Home and Leisure Ltd]’s commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its business operations and supply chains. We take a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all persons working for or on behalf of [Chelsea Home and Leisure Ltd], in any capacity, including employees, directors, officers, agency workers, volunteers, interns, agents, contractors, suppliers, and business partners.

3. Definitions

  • Modern Slavery: Includes slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labor, and human trafficking.
  • Human Trafficking: The recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of persons by improper means (such as force, abduction, fraud, or coercion) for an improper purpose.

4. Our Commitments

[Chelsea Home and Leisure Ltd] is committed to:

  • Ensuring there is transparency in our business and approach to tackling modern slavery.
  • Reviewing our operations and supply chains to assess and address risks of modern slavery.
  • Training relevant staff on identifying and preventing modern slavery.
  • Taking steps to ensure that our suppliers and contractors uphold the same high standards.

5. Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

We will:

  • Conduct risk assessments of our supply chain based on geography, sector, and type of goods/services.
  • Use contractual clauses and supplier codes of conduct to require compliance with anti-slavery laws.
  • Monitor high-risk suppliers and engage with them to improve practices.

6. Reporting and Whistleblowing

Employees and external parties are encouraged to report any suspicion of modern slavery or unethical behavior. Reports can be made confidentially through our whistleblowing channels. [Chelsea Home and Leisure Ltd] will take any reports seriously and investigate them promptly.

7. Compliance

Any employee or individual found to have engaged in or facilitated modern slavery will face disciplinary action, which may include termination and reporting to authorities. Suppliers who fail to comply may have their contracts terminated.

8. Review

This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary to reflect changes in legislation, business operations, and identified risks.