1. Purpose
Henderson Connellan is committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our business or supply chains. We fully support the aims of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and are dedicated to operating responsibly and ethically in all our dealings, with a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and any third parties acting on behalf of Henderson Connellan. It covers all aspects of our operations across our offices and our extended supply chains.
3. Our Commitment
We are committed to:
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Acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships.
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Implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery is not taking place in our business or supply chains.
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Ensuring transparency in our business and in our approach to tackling modern slavery, consistent with our disclosure obligations under the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
4. Our Supply Chain
We expect all our suppliers and service providers to operate in accordance with our values and to have their own policies and procedures in place to prevent slavery and human trafficking. As part of our due diligence, we:
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Assess the risk of modern slavery in our supply chain.
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Require key suppliers to confirm compliance with the Modern Slavery Act.
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Review supplier contracts to include appropriate anti-slavery clauses.
5. Employee Awareness and Responsibility
All employees at Henderson Connellan are expected to:
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Familiarise themselves with this policy.
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Remain alert to the risks of modern slavery in all aspects of the business.
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Report any concerns or suspicions immediately via the appropriate channels.
We provide training and resources where necessary to raise awareness and ensure all staff understand the signs of modern slavery and how to respond.
6. Reporting and Whistleblowing
We encourage all staff, suppliers, and clients to report any concerns relating to slavery or human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chains. Reports can be made confidentially, without fear of retaliation, through our internal whistleblowing procedures.
7. Monitoring and Review
We will regularly review the effectiveness of this policy and our procedures to ensure they remain robust and fit for purpose. This includes reviewing supplier relationships, risk assessments, and employee training.
8. Board Approval
This policy has been approved by the Directors of Henderson Connellan and is reviewed annually or more frequently as required by changes in legislation or operational risk.
Signed:
Bryan Connellan
Director
Henderson Connellan
Date: 01/08/25