Modern Day Slavery Policy

1. Purpose

This policy sets out R&S Recruitment Services Ltd commitment to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We uphold the highest ethical standards and comply with all applicable laws, including the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (UK) and any related international legislation.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

 • All employees, contractors, and temporary staff of R&S Recruitment Services Ltd.

 • All subsidiaries, business partners, and suppliers working on behalf of R&S Recruitment Services Ltd.

 • All operations and activities conducted by or on behalf of R&S Recruitment Services Ltd.

3. Definition

Modern slavery includes:

 • Human trafficking: Recruitment or transportation of people for exploitation.

 • Forced labour: Work performed involuntarily and under threat of penalty.

 • Child labour: Employment of children in violation of international standards.

 • Debt bondage: When a person is forced to work to repay a debt.

4. Our Commitment

R&S Recruitment Services Ltd is committed to:

 • Acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings.

 • Ensuring there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains.

 • Implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to address slavery risks.

5. Responsibilities

 • Management: Responsible for ensuring that modern slavery risks are assessed and mitigated.

 • Procurement Team: Ensures suppliers meet ethical sourcing standards.

 • Employees: Must report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery.

6. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

We conduct due diligence on all major suppliers and partners, including:

 • Assessing country and sector risks.

 • Reviewing supplier policies and labour practices.

 • Requiring suppliers to sign our Supplier Code of Conduct.

7. Training and Awareness

We provide training to employees and key stakeholders to help identify signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond appropriately.

8. Reporting and Whistleblowing

Anyone can report concerns confidentially through:

 • info@rs-recruitment.co.uk

All reports will be investigated promptly and without retaliation.

9. Continuous Improvement

We regularly review and update our practices, including supplier audits, risk assessments, and policy reviews.

10. Approval and Review

This policy is approved by the [Board/CEO] and will be reviewed annually.

Signed:

Sarah Morgan

Director

14/01/2025