Modern Slavery Statement Modern Slavery Statement

Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

 

Introduction

House of Westphalia Ltd is committed to the highest standards of business and ethical behaviour, including compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

• All employment with House of Westphalia Ltd is voluntary
• We do not use child or forced labour
• We do not tolerate any form of unacceptable treatment of workers, including but not limited to:
  • Exploitation of children
  • Physical punishment or abuse
  • Involuntary servitude
• House of Westphalia Ltd abides by all laws and regulations regarding pay practices and the classification of employment according to job level and status
• House of Westphalia Ltd promotes an inclusive working environment in which diversity is recognised, valued and encouraged. We acknowledge the multi-cultural and diverse nature of the UK workforce and society in general. We are committed to principles of fairness and mutual respect where everyone accepts the concept of individual responsibility. Diversity is embraced and recognised as a stimulator of ideas and innovation.
• House of Westphalia is committed to the elimination of discrimination based on gender, disability, race, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age or any other protected characteristic.

 

Supply Chain Management

It is Company policy to only deal with reputable and third party accredited Suppliers and Service Providers. We expect all Suppliers and Service Providers to observe Human Rights, Employment Law, Health and Safety and not to engage in child or forced labour.

 

Modern Slavery

Modern Slavery is an abhorrent crime resulting in the abuse of human rights and vulnerable workers. It can take various forms including slavery, servitude, forced labour and human trafficking.

• House of Westphalia Ltd. Has a zero tolerance approach to modern slavery.
• We are committed to acting ethically and fully compliant with all applicable laws in our business activities.
• We are committed to our obligations under the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
• This policy is communicated to ALL Suppliers.

 

Compliance

Employees are expected to comply with this and all House of Westphalia Ltd policies. Violation of this policy, or refusal to co-operate will result in Disciplinary Action, which may result in Dismissal and referral to the appropriate authorities.

Suppliers and Service Providers are expected not to engage in practices that might be considered Modern Slavery, and reserve the right to sever our relationship with any Supplier, Service Provider and Customer if they do so.

 

D.L.Mills

Managing Director

April 2025