1. Introduction

This statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps we have taken to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our business or supply chains.

2. Our Business

We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking.

3. Our Policies

We maintain several policies that contribute to ensuring modern slavery does not occur in our business:

• Code of Conduct: Sets out the standards of behavior expected from all employees
• Procurement Policy: Ensures suppliers meet our ethical standards
• Whistleblowing Policy: Enables reporting of concerns without fear of retaliation

4. Supply Chain Due Diligence

We conduct due diligence on our suppliers and partners to ensure they:

• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Maintain ethical employment practices
• Respect workers' rights and dignity
• Operate transparent and accountable business practices

5. Risk Assessment

We regularly assess the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains by:

• Conducting supplier assessments
• Monitoring compliance with our policies
• Reviewing and updating our risk assessment procedures
• Training staff on identifying potential indicators

6. Training and Awareness

We provide training to relevant personnel to:

• Understand the risks of modern slavery
• Identify potential indicators
• Know how to report concerns
• Implement proper due diligence procedures

7. Reporting Concerns

We encourage anyone who has concerns about potential modern slavery to report them through:

• Our confidential reporting hotline
• Direct contact with management
• Anonymous reporting systems
• Third-party reporting mechanisms

8. Effectiveness Review

We measure the effectiveness of our anti-slavery efforts through:

• Regular audits and assessments
• Monitoring of supplier compliance
• Review of policies and procedures
• Feedback from stakeholders

9. Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuously improving our approach to combating modern slavery by:

• Regularly updating our policies
• Enhancing due diligence procedures
• Expanding training programs
• Strengthening supplier relationships

10. Board Approval

This statement has been approved by the board of directors and will be reviewed annually.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this statement or wish to report concerns, please contact us at help@featherbox.co.uk.

This statement is reviewed annually and updated as necessary to reflect changes in our business and legal requirements.