UK Modern Slavery Act Statement

BLOCKPHISH

Introduction

At BLOCKPHISH, we are committed to upholding ethical business practices and operating in a manner that respects and protects human rights. As part of our dedication to corporate social responsibility, we fully support the principles and objectives outlined in the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015. This statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains.

Our Business and Supply Chains

BLOCKPHISH is a leading consulting firm that provides a range of professional services to clients across diverse industries. We value our reputation for integrity, excellence, and trustworthiness, and we strive to ensure that our business and supply chains are free from any form of modern slavery or human trafficking.

Policies and Commitments

  • Human Rights: We respect and promote human rights in all our activities, both internally and externally. We are committed to treating all individuals with fairness, dignity, and respect, regardless of their role in our business.

  • Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for ethical behaviour from all employees, contractors, and suppliers. We explicitly prohibit engaging in any form of modern slavery, including forced labour, child labour, or human trafficking.

  • Recruitment and Employment: We undertake rigorous checks during the recruitment process to ensure that all individuals employed by our company have the legal right to work and are treated fairly and equitably.

  • Training and Awareness: We provide regular training and awareness programs for our employees to recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand their role in preventing its occurrence within our business and supply chains.

Supply Chain Due Diligence

We recognise that our supply chains play a crucial role in our business operations. To ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act, we take the following steps:

  • Risk Assessment: We conduct a comprehensive risk assessment of our supply chains to identify potential areas of modern slavery risk.

  • Supplier Code of Conduct: We expect all our suppliers and contractors to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct, which includes explicit prohibitions on modern slavery practices.

  • Supplier Evaluation: Prior to engaging with suppliers, we assess their commitment to ethical business practices, including their approach to human rights and modern slavery.

  • Monitoring and Auditing: We regularly monitor and audit our suppliers to ensure compliance with our expectations and identify any potential issues related to modern slavery.

Reporting and Whistleblowing

We maintain a reporting mechanism that allows employees and stakeholders to raise concerns related to modern slavery confidentially. We encourage anyone who becomes aware of potential violations to report them promptly so that appropriate action can be taken.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continually improving our efforts to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking. We regularly review and update our policies and procedures to align with best practices and evolving legislation.

Conclusion

At BLOCKPHISH, we consider the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking a fundamental responsibility. Through our commitment to ethical business practices, robust policies, supply chain due diligence, and training programs, we aim to contribute to the eradication of modern slavery and promote the welfare of individuals across our business operations and supply chains.

Signed: Tom Pepper (Partner)