Modern Slavery Statement

Policy

York Consulting LLP (referred to in this policy as ‘the Company’) is committed to an approach of continuous improvement in relation to actions to tackle modern slavery and human trafficking. This statement is provided on behalf of the Company and is made pursuant to section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (‘the Act’).

Organisation and supply chains

The Company is a Limited Liability Partnership and one of the UK’s leading socio-economic research and evaluation consultancies.

The services provided within the company’s supply chain include direct research expertise or indirect operational support. The large majority of the Company’s suppliers are long-term and UK-based with the exception of some software providers.

Policies in relation to slavery and human trafficking

The Company recognises that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity in the workplace and has an equal opportunities policy approved by its board. The Company has a whistle-blowing policy applicable to all staff, described in the Staff Handbook, to encourage all to report any concerns or wrongdoing by the organisation or individuals within the organisation.

Training in anti-slavery policy is applicable to all employed staff and is applicable to suppliers working on our behalf to ensure awareness of our collective obligations and responsibilities in complying with the Act.

Due diligence

All suppliers are subject to a due diligence review as part of the Company’s contract management procedures to determine if they can be approved. All suppliers shall be required to confirm their compliance with the Act.

Risk assessment and management

Company staff are paid at least the Living Wage and are not considered to be vulnerable to modern slavery. The Company considers the risk of modern slavery to be low within their supply chain due to the nature of the services engaged.

Key performance indicators to measure effectiveness of steps being taken

The Company regards the due diligence reviews for new suppliers as a key performance indicator to measure effectiveness in ensuring that any risks in relation to modern slavery and human trafficking are identified, monitored and mitigated within its supply chains. The Company is committed to a zero tolerance approach to non-compliance and will uphold the Act and all laws relevant to countering slavery and human trafficking.

This statement was approved by Executive Board Members on the 9th June 2022.

Amendment History

  • Version - 1.0
  • Modified On - 9/6/2022
  • Modified By - Philip Wilson
  • Comments - Document created based on previous version

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