Modern Day Slavery Statement | CM Joinery Supplier LTD

Modern Slavery Act Statement

Introduction

CM Joinery Supplier LTD is committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not take place within our business or our supply chains. This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps we have taken to prevent modern slavery within our operations.

Our Business

CM Joinery Supplier LTD specialises in bespoke carpentry and joinery services, providing high-quality, custom-made wood products to our clients. We operate primarily within the UK but source materials both domestically and internationally.

Our Policies on Slavery and Human Trafficking

We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business 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. Key policies include:

Ethical Trading Policy: Outlines our commitment to fair labour practices and ethical sourcing.
Supplier Code of Conduct: Requires our suppliers to adhere to our standards regarding labour practices, including the prohibition of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour.
Whistleblowing Policy: Encourages employees to report any concerns related to the activities of the company or its supply chain, including potential violations of our anti-slavery policies.

Due Diligence Processes

To identify and mitigate the risks of modern slavery, we have implemented the following due diligence processes:

Risk Assessment: Regularly assess and review the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains, focusing on high-risk areas and suppliers.
Supplier Audits: Conduct audits of key suppliers to ensure compliance with our Supplier Code of Conduct and ethical standards.
Supplier Agreements: Include anti-slavery clauses in our contracts with suppliers to ensure they comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Employee Training: Provide training to employees to help them recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand how to report concerns.

Supply Chain Management

We expect our suppliers to adhere to the same high standards that we set for ourselves. Our approach includes:

Supplier Selection: Evaluating potential suppliers based on their commitment to ethical practices and compliance with the Modern Slavery Act.
Ongoing Monitoring: Regularly monitoring and reviewing supplier performance to ensure ongoing compliance with our standards.
Collaboration: Working with suppliers to address any issues identified and support them in improving their labour practices.

Training and Awareness

We provide training to our employees to ensure they understand the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking and can identify and report any concerns. This training covers:

The principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015
How to identify signs of modern slavery and human trafficking
The importance of ethical business practices and supply chain transparency
Reporting procedures for suspected cases of modern slavery

Performance Indicators

To measure the effectiveness of our actions in preventing modern slavery, we use the following performance indicators:

Number of supplier audits conducted and any non-compliances identified
Number of employees trained on modern slavery awareness
Reports of suspected modern slavery incidents and outcomes of investigations

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuously improving our practices to combat modern slavery. This includes:

Regularly reviewing and updating our policies and procedures
Engaging with industry initiatives and best practices
Seeking feedback from stakeholders, including employees, suppliers, and clients

Approval

This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors of CM Joinery Supplier LTD and will be reviewed and updated annually.