LEGAL
Modern Slavery Policy
Business Sorted Ltd · Policy Statement
1. Introduction
This policy sets out Business Sorted Ltd's actions to understand all potential modern slavery risks related to its business and to put in place steps aimed at ensuring there is no slavery or human trafficking in its own operations or supply chains.
As part of the digital sector, we recognise our responsibility to take a robust approach to slavery and human trafficking, and we continue to take that responsibility seriously.
Our organisation is absolutely committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in all business activities and to ensuring its supply chains are free from all such practices. In accordance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, Business Sorted Ltd opposes all forms of domestic servitude and sexual, labour and criminal exploitation.
2. Organisational Structure and Supply Chains
This statement covers the activities of Business Sorted Ltd, which provides digital marketing services for businesses based in the UK.
In addition to our own team, we use subcontractors to help deliver our services. These include, but are not limited to, graphic design, website design, website hosting, email hosting and website optimisation.
We do not consider any of our activities to carry a high risk of slavery or human trafficking within the digital marketing sector.
3. Relevant Policies
We operate the following policies that describe our approach to identifying modern slavery risks and the steps taken to prevent slavery and human trafficking in our operations:
3.1 Code of Conduct
Our code of conduct makes clear to team members the actions and behaviour expected of them when representing our organisation. We strive to maintain the highest standards of conduct and ethical behaviour when operating and managing the supply chain.
We are committed to ensuring our suppliers adhere to the highest standards of ethics. Suppliers are required to demonstrate that they provide safe working conditions where necessary, treat workers with dignity and respect, and act ethically and within the law in their use of labour. We work with suppliers to help them meet the standards set out in our code and to improve working conditions where needed. Serious violations of our code of conduct will lead to the termination of the business relationship.
3.2 Recruitment Agency Check
We use only selected, reputable employment agencies to source labour and always verify the practices of any agency we engage with.
4. Due Diligence
We undertake due diligence when considering taking on new suppliers and regularly review our existing suppliers. Our due diligence and review process includes the following:
4.1 New Subcontractor Onboarding
When onboarding new subcontractors, compliance with Business Sorted Ltd's policies and procedures is a mandatory requirement. Where the subcontractor's own requirements exceed those of Business Sorted Ltd, the subcontractor's policy will take precedence. Ongoing compliance is verified through necessary audits and right-to-work checks.
4.2 Approved Vendors
Business Sorted Ltd only operates with approved vendors. A list of approved vendors is kept current, reviewed regularly and updated as required.
5. Training
All team members working within our organisation are required to complete training on modern slavery. Our training covers the following areas:
- Purchasing practices that influence supply chain conditions, including the need to avoid placing orders at unrealistically low prices or with unrealistic deadlines that could lead to exploitative labour conditions.
- How to assess the risk of slavery and human trafficking in relation to various aspects of the business, including available resources and support.
- How to identify the signs of slavery and human trafficking.
- What initial steps should be taken if slavery or human trafficking is suspected.
- How to escalate potential slavery or human trafficking concerns to the relevant parties within our organisation.
- What external help is available, for example through the Modern Slavery Helpline, the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority and the Stronger Together initiative.
- What messages, incentives or guidance can be provided to suppliers, business partners and contractors to support the implementation of anti-slavery policies.
- What steps our organisation should take if suppliers or contractors fail to implement anti-slavery policies in high-risk scenarios, including their removal from our supply chains.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or our approach to modern slavery and human trafficking, please get in touch:
Postal Address
Business Sorted Ltd, T/A Website Sorted
Church Lane
Rangeworthy
Bristol
BS37 7ND