Bedboo Bamboo Bedding Modern Slavery Policy

Modern Slavery Policy Bedboo Ltd

1. Introduction
   
   Bedboo Ltd is committed to conducting business with integrity and transparency in all of our operations. We take a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy outlines our commitment to ensuring that slavery, human trafficking, and forced labour do not exist in any part of our business or supply chain.
   As a company that sells 100% bamboo bedding, we recognize our responsibility to work with our suppliers, customers, and partners to prevent any form of exploitation, coercion, or mistreatment in the production and distribution of our products.
   This policy is in line with the requirements set out in the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and reflects our commitment to safeguarding human rights in all aspects of our operations.
   
   
   
2. Our Commitment
   
   Bedboo Ltd is committed to:
   
   • Ensuring that slavery, servitude, forced labor, and human trafficking are not taking place in our supply chains or any part of our business.
   • Maintaining and enforcing systems and controls to ensure modern slavery is not occurring within our supply chains.
   • Promoting awareness of modern slavery issues among employees and suppliers, ensuring that they understand the importance of compliance with this policy.
   • Taking immediate action when any instance of modern slavery is identified, including investigating any suspected cases and taking corrective actions to address them.
   
   
   
3. Our Supply Chain
   
   We understand that modern slavery can occur in both direct and indirect supply chains. We are committed to ensuring that:
   
   • Our suppliers and contractors share our values and adhere to ethical standards regarding human rights, working conditions, and treatment of workers.
   • We review our supply chains to assess the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking. We prioritize working with suppliers who align with our values and adhere to the ethical treatment of workers.
   • We request that our suppliers implement practices that reflect our commitment to ending modern slavery and take proactive measures to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
   
   
   
4. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
   
   We will conduct risk assessments of our supply chain to identify potential risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. These assessments may include:
   
   • Reviewing our suppliers’ business practices and ethical standards.
   • Ensuring suppliers have policies in place to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking.
   • Conducting checks on new suppliers before we engage with them to ensure they meet our ethical standards.
   • Requesting that suppliers provide documentation proving compliance with relevant labour laws and human rights regulations.
   
   
   
5. Employee Responsibilities
   
   All employees of Bedboo Ltd are expected to adhere to our Modern Slavery Policy and to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. Employees should:
   
   • Report any suspicions or concerns regarding modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chain to their line manager or HR.
   • Ensure that they are aware of and follow our company’s practices and policies related to human rights and the ethical treatment of workers.
   
   
   
6. Training and Awareness
   
   Bedboo Ltd is committed to raising awareness about modern slavery and human trafficking within our workforce. We will:
   
   • Encouraging employees to recognize the signs of modern slavery and understand the risks in the supply chain.
   • Encourage our suppliers and partners to provide training to their workers about their rights and how to report any instances of exploitation or abuse.
   
   
   
7. Reporting Concerns
   
   We encourage employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns they may have regarding modern slavery or human trafficking. Reports can be made confidentially to:
   
   • Email: contact@bedboo.co.uk
   We will ensure that any concerns raised are thoroughly investigated, and appropriate action will be taken to address any issues identified. There will be no retaliation for reporting concerns in good faith.
   
   
   
8. Breaches of the Policy
   
   Any breaches of this policy by employees, suppliers, or contractors will be taken very seriously and will result in disciplinary action or termination of the business relationship. If modern slavery or human trafficking is identified in our supply chain, we will work with the supplier to address the issue and implement corrective actions. If necessary, we will terminate the relationship with the supplier and take legal action.
   
   
   
9. Monitoring and Review
   
   We will regularly review and update this policy to ensure that it remains effective and compliant with the Modern Slavery Act 2015. This will include:
   
   • Monitoring our supply chains for any indications of modern slavery.
   • Improving our practices to ensure that they align with the regulations and best practices.
   • Reviewing our risk assessments and ensuring we assess any changes in our operations.
   
   
   
10. Approval
    
    This policy has been approved by the directors of Bedboo Ltd.