Modern Slavery Statement for Trade Beds Direct Limited
Introduction
Trade Beds Direct Limited is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in its operations and supply chains. This statement outlines the steps we have taken and will continue to take to ensure that modern slavery does not occur within our business or supply chains. This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes our modern slavery and human trafficking statement for the financial year ending July 2024.
Our Business
Trade Beds Direct Limited is a leading retailer of household furniture. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products to our customers and maintaining strong, ethical relationships with our suppliers. Our operations are primarily based in the UK, but we source products and materials from suppliers worldwide.
Our Policies
We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. Our policies reflect our commitment to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking are not taking place anywhere in our supply chains.
Anti-Slavery Policy: This policy sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and the standards we expect from all our employees and suppliers.
Supplier Code of Conduct: Our Supplier Code of Conduct requires all suppliers to comply with our values and ethics, including adherence to all local and international laws regarding human rights and labor practices.
Whistleblowing Policy: We encourage all employees and suppliers to report any concerns related to the direct activities or the supply chains of the company. This includes any circumstances that may give rise to an enhanced risk of slavery or human trafficking.
Due Diligence Processes
Training
To ensure a high level of understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our supply chains and our business, we provide training to our staff. This includes:
Induction Training: All new employees are educated on our commitment to preventing modern slavery as part of their induction.
Ongoing Training: Regular training sessions are held to update staff on modern slavery issues and to reinforce the importance of compliance with our policies and procedures.
Measuring Effectiveness
We are committed to continuously improving our practices to combat modern slavery. Future steps include:
Enhanced Supplier Engagement: Strengthening our engagement with suppliers to ensure they understand and comply with our anti-slavery policies.
Increased Transparency: Improving transparency in our supply chains by mapping them more thoroughly.
Collaborative Efforts: Participating in industry initiatives and working with other organizations to tackle modern slavery.
Approval
This statement has been approved by the board of directors of Trade Beds Direct Limited and will be reviewed and updated annually.
Name: Alexander Fitzgerald
Position: Director
Date: 01/08/2023