At Equity Release, we are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our approach to identifying, addressing, and mitigating modern slavery risks, while demonstrating our commitment to ethical and responsible business practices.
Our Business
Equity Release specialises in shop front installation services, operating primarily in the UK. We focus on providing the highest quality installations to meet our clients’ needs and exceed their expectations, all while upholding strong ethical standards.
Our Approach to Modern Slavery
Equity Release is dedicated to ensuring that no modern slavery or human trafficking occurs within our business or supply chain. We take the following actions to safeguard against these risks:
- Conducting due diligence on suppliers and service providers to assess modern slavery risks and ensure compliance with relevant laws.
- Educating our employees on the risks of modern slavery and providing training to help them identify and report potential cases.
- Implementing comprehensive policies and procedures, including our Code of Conduct, Supplier Code of Conduct, and Whistleblowing Policy, to prevent and address modern slavery risks.
Our Policies and Procedures
We have established several key policies to prevent and address modern slavery:
- Code of Conduct: This outlines our commitment to ethical business practices, respect for human rights, and zero tolerance for modern slavery and human trafficking.
- Supplier Code of Conduct: This sets the standards we expect from our suppliers, ensuring they comply with modern slavery laws and uphold ethical labour practices.
- Whistleblowing Policy: Our Whistleblowing Policy provides a secure mechanism for employees and third parties to report any concerns or suspicions related to modern slavery or human trafficking.
Our Commitment to Continuous Improvement
Equity Release is dedicated to continuously improving our efforts to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking. We regularly review and update our policies and procedures to ensure their effectiveness and compliance with evolving legal requirements and industry best practices.
We take our responsibility to uphold ethical business practices seriously and are committed to combating modern slavery. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our approach, please contact us using the enquiry form provided.