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[SID_547] UPDATING THIS POLICY Onnec Group will review and update this policy within six months of its financial year end and published on our web site in accordance with the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act 2015
[SID_547] For and on behalf of Onnec Group and its subsidiaries
[SID_547] Barry Horgan CEO 27 June 2023
[SID_548] LEBARA GROUP MODERN SLAVERY STATEMENT Introduction Lebara Group and its subsidiaries (Lebara) are committed to implementing practices to combat slavery and human trafficking
[SID_548] We intend that all companies in the group and all our employees ensure act responsibly, honestly and with integrity
[SID_548] We have a zero-tolerance stance towards modern slavery and human trafficking
[SID_548] Lebara complies with the laws and regulations of all countries in which it operates, including The Modern Slavery Act 2015
[SID_548] We aim to procure that any person, company or organisation with which we and/or which performs services on Lebaras behalf, commits to meeting the same standards
[SID_548] Organisation's structure Lebara is a provider of telecommunications services
[SID_548] The Group employs approximately 420 staff in six principal offices across our countries of operation
[SID_548] Our business We provide telecommunications services to our customers
[SID_548] Our supply chains Our supply chains include: supply of SIM cards, various methods for billing, top-ups and technical solutions for the provision of telecom services
[SID_548] Our policies on slavery and human trafficking We take steps to ensure that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in our supply chains or in any part of our business
[SID_548] Our Anti-Slavery Policy reflects our commitment to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships as well as implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls
[SID_548] A copy of our Anti-Slavery Policy can be found here
[SID_548] Due diligence processes for slavery and human trafficking As part of our initiative to identify and mitigate risk we: encourage our workers and business partners to report any concerns related to the direct activities or the supply chains of Lebara Mobile Limited which includes any circumstances that may give rise to an enhanced risk of slavery or human trafficking
[SID_548] our whistleblowing procedure is designed to make it easy for workers to make such disclosures, and without fear of retaliation
[SID_548] Supplier adherence to our values We have a zero policy tolerance towards slavery and human trafficking
[SID_548] To ensure all those in our supply chain and contractors comply with our values we conduct comprehensive a due diligence exercise on each of our vendors
[SID_548] as part of our supply chain evaluation, we verify that suppliers have a policy/statement that sets out the steps their organisation has taken during the financial year to ensure that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in any of their supply chains or in any part of their own business
[SID_548] b) If any potential supply chain partner is unable to demonstrate that they have a satisfactory policy in place, we contract that they commit to acting in accordance with our policy
[SID_548] We understand that an Anti-slavery Policy and supplier due diligence questionnaire will not themselves be sufficient to prevent slavery and human trafficking
[SID_548] Lebara recognises the importance of developing a culture within the company which does not tolerate slavery or human trafficking and is not complacent about the associated risks, therefore employees and individuals engaged by Lebara (eg contractors or consultants) are encouraged to play an active role in the continuous monitoring and review of Lebaras anti- slavery procedures either by submitting comments or raising queries to me as appropriate
[SID_548] Training To ensure a high level of understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our supply chains and our business, Lebara has a training programme for its staff focussing on awareness, to spotting relevant signs and risk areas throughout Lebaras everyday activities
[SID_548] This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes our Group's slavery and human trafficking statement for the financial year between 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022
[SID_548] Approved by the Lebara Chief Legal Officer on behalf of the Board of Lebara Group BV on 31 March 2023
[SID_548] Hugo Lindsay Chief Legal Officer Date: 31 March 2023
[SID_554] Date: 28th June 2023 Classification: Public
[SID_554] UPM Slavery and human trafficking statement 2022
[SID_554] This slavery and human trafficking statement (Statement) has been issued by UPM-Kymmene (UK) Ltd and UPM Raflatac (UK) Ltd (UPM UK entities) pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015
[SID_554] The Statement has been adopted by the Board of Directors of each of the entities on 28th June 2023 and signed by one of the directors respectively
[SID_554] The Statement describes the steps taken during the financial year 2022 to ensure that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in UPM UK entities business or supply chains
[SID_554] Organisational structure and supply chains
[SID_554] The UPM UK entities, both 100% owned by UPM-Kymmene Corporation (UPM), are responsible for the provision of specific manufacturing, sales support and supply chain services in the United Kingdom in accordance with formal business operating models of UPM
[SID_554] The UPM UK entities manufacture and sell graphic papers and labelling solutions respectively
[SID_554] Sourcing of goods and services needed for the production and sales by the UPM UK entities takes place in the UK, Europe and from countries outside Europe
[SID_554] For more information on UPM business please visit: www.upm.com
[SID_554] Policies in relation to slavery and human trafficking
[SID_554] UPM group level policies are applicable to all activities of its subsidiaries globally, including the UPM UK entities
[SID_554] It is expressly stated in the UPM Code of Conduct that UPM does not tolerate the use of forced labour under any conditions
[SID_554] UPM Code of Conduct is applicable to all UPM employees worldwide and available at: Code of Conduct | UPM.COM
[SID_554] The UPM Code of Conduct is complemented by UPM Human Resources Rules available at: Working conditions | UPM.COM
[SID_554] Aligned with the UPM Code of Conduct the UPM Human Resources Rules explain in more detail UPMs stance on forced labour and fair working conditions
[SID_554] UPM is in its Code of Conduct committed to responsible sourcing practices
[SID_554] UPM Human Resources Rules are applicable for all UPM employees worldwide
[SID_554] All UPM employees receive training on UPM Code of Conduct
[SID_554] All UPM suppliers and third-party intermediaries need to comply with the standards of the UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code or demonstrate their compliance with similar standards
[SID_554] UPMs Supplier and Third-Party Code defines the minimum level of performance that UPM requires from all its suppliers
[SID_554] This includes commitment to respect people and human rights, including to ensure no form of forced labour is used or tolerated in any of the suppliers operations or activities
[SID_554] UPM expects its suppliers to promote the requirements of the UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code or similar standards in their supply chain
[SID_554] The UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code is complemented with a Practical Guide explaining the requirements in more detail
[SID_554] Both UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code and the Practical Guide are available at: UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code | UPM.COM
[SID_554] UPM Responsibility Statement summarises UPMs commitment to responsible business practices
[SID_554] It is available at: UPM Responsibility Statement | UPM.COM
[SID_554] Date: 28th June 2023 Classification: Public 2 (3)
[SID_554] Due diligence processes
[SID_554] UPM has together with external experts defined working conditions and forced labour, amongst others, as its salient human rights issues within its sphere of influence
[SID_554] Read more about our salient human rights issues at: Salient human rights issues | UPM.COM
[SID_554] As part of its on-going human rights due diligence UPM has identified groups of people that are at a higher risk of experiencing potential adverse human rights impacts: migrant workers, women, young workers, and temporary and contractor workers
[SID_554] UPMs efforts in terms of human rights due diligence focus on the salient human rights issues and vulnerable groups
[SID_554] UPM addresses risk of modern slavery through due diligence processes in its own operations and supply chain
[SID_554] For UPMs own operations an ongoing human rights due diligence process has been defined for assessing UPMs actual and potential impacts on people and the actual and potential risks
[SID_554] In investments and mergers and acquisitions made by UPM, due attention is paid to legal compliance, safety, environmental, social, and human rights aspects
[SID_554] The respective impacts are evaluated in line with UPMs internal criteria
[SID_554] In terms of human rights due diligence in its supply chain UPM has a risk-based approach that consists of various elements (see section 4.) applied in onboarding of new suppliers and monitoring the business partners
[SID_554] Risk assessment and management
[SID_554] UPM identifies high risk suppliers and high-risk value chains by looking at three dimensions: the country of origin (based on Corruption Perception Index by Transparency International), commodity specific risk and supply chain complexity
[SID_554] Risk assessments can be extended to several tiers, especially when commodities are originating from forestry, agriculture, and mining
[SID_554] High-risk suppliers are assessed either by a third party (Ecovadis) or internally by UPM
[SID_554] Before UPM enters a contract with its supplier, it ensures a prospective suppliers commitment to the UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code
[SID_554] Moreover, all wood and pulp sourced by UPM are either FSC- or PEFC-certified or comply with the FSC Controlled Wood standard or Due Diligence requirements for PEFC
[SID_554] FSC Controlled Wood requirements include wide criteria related to the legality of the wood, respecting social and traditional rights (incl
[SID_554] indigenous and tribal peoples rights) and safeguarding areas of high conservation values
[SID_554] Read more about our supplier requirements at: Requirements | UPM.COM
[SID_554] UPM monitors its business partner portfolio, including suppliers, against several official data sources by using an automated screening tool
[SID_554] In case of an alert actions are taken to mitigate the identified risk
[SID_554] Supplier audits are used to verify a suppliers conformance with UPMs supplier requirements, including UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code
[SID_554] In recent years, the focus of such audits has been on social responsibility issues
[SID_554] Supplier audits are regularly conducted by UPMs Sourcing function in co-operation with qualified auditors
[SID_554] UPM is a member of the Together for Sustainability (TfS) initiative that has established a standard approach for evaluating and improving the sustainability performance of suppliers
[SID_554] Date: 28th June 2023 Classification: Public 3 (3)
[SID_554] UPM uses the standard to assess the human rights and environmental supplier risks further and to scale up the coverage of our risk assessments
[SID_554] Any concerns about forced labor, human trafficking or slavery can be reported through UPMs Report Misconduct channel, which is accessible online by both UPM employees and people outside the company
[SID_554] The channel is operated in a system called SpeakUp by an external service provider People Intouch
[SID_554] The service is available in multiple languages, and it can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
[SID_554] Submitting a report is fully confidential and can also take place anonymously
[SID_554] Read more: Report misconduct | UPM.COM
[SID_554] Local stakeholders can also raise their concerns directly to UPM representatives at the operating sites and mills and via locally provided channels such as e-mail and phone
[SID_554] Key performance indicators to measure effectiveness of steps being taken
[SID_554] UPM follows the Global Reporting Initiatives (GRI) Sustainability Reporting Standards in its corporate responsibility reporting
[SID_554] In 2021, UPM renewed its social responsibility targets to strengthen the social commitment
[SID_554] This is also reflected in corresponding updates of the non- financial key performance indicators
[SID_554] UPMs Biofore strategy guides the company in achieving its responsibility targets for 2030 and in contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development published by the UN
[SID_554] upm-annual-report-2022.pdf
[SID_554] UPM reports in its Annual Report cases raised through the misconduct channel or brought to its attention by other means and recorded in our misconduct case management system
[SID_554] In 2022, there were 25 (19) recorded cases falling under the category of Respect people and human rights
[SID_554] None of them related to alleged forced labour
[SID_554] upm- annual-report-2022.pdf
[SID_554] Training on modern slavery and trafficking
[SID_577] SRUC has adopted APUCs Sustain Supply Chain Code of Conduct for all regulated procurement processes, and when deemed appropriate below this threshold
[SID_554] Moreover, there is a separate training covering UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code targeted for UPM employees dealing with business partners
[SID_554] Connection between human rights violations and corruption is also handled in UPM Anti-Corruption training that is mandatory for all salaried employees
[SID_554] UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code video is used to communicate our expectations to suppliers
[SID_554] The video is available at: Responsible sourcing | UPM.COM
[SID_554] UPM Sourcing function arranges additional training for their personnel on responsibility principles and supplier requirements
[SID_554] In addition, UPM Sourcing co-operates continuously with suppliers to ensure compliance with the UPM Supplier and Third-Party Code
[SID_554] Signatures
[SID_554] Bryan McMurdo
[SID_554] Shaun Johnson Member of Board of Directors
[SID_554] Member of Board of Directors UPM-Kymmene (UK) Ltd
[SID_554] UPM Raflatac (UK) Ltd
[SID_556] Modern Slavery Statement 2024
[SID_556] Introduction
[SID_556] This Modern Slavery Statement relates to actions and activities during the financial year 1st January 31st December
[SID_556] The statement sets out the Companys commitment to preventing slavery and human trafficking in our business activities, and the steps we have put in place with the aim of ensuring that there is no slavery or human trafficking in our own business and supply chains
[SID_556] We all have a duty to be alert to risks, however small
[SID_556] Employees are expected to report their concerns, and management to act upon them
[SID_556] Organisational Structure
[SID_556] This statement covers the business activities of the Company, which are as follows
[SID_556] Importers, exporters, distributors, manufacturers and stockholders of finished and unfinished metals, fittings and fasteners, industrial plastics and related and ancillary goods
[SID_556] Hauliers, freight forwarders, operation of trade counters, and property owners
[SID_556] Processes include, but are not limited to, acid cleaning, cutting, heat treating, forming, manufacturing, processing, polishing, coating and testing
[SID_556] The Company operates predominantly in the UK
[SID_556] Suppliers from which material is purchased are based in the UK and worldwide, the majority of which are not considered to be at high risk of modern slavery or human trafficking
[SID_556] A register of such countries is maintained centrally and updated on an annual basis as part of our Bribery and Corruption audit
[SID_556] High Risk Areas
[SID_556] The Company does not consider its activities to be at high risk of modern slavery or human trafficking
[SID_556] Our Suppliers
[SID_556] The following are the ways the Company assesses whether particular activities or countries are high risk in relation to modern slavery or human trafficking
[SID_556] An analysis of high-risk suppliers/countries is undertaken as part of the Companys anti- bribery and corruption audit
[SID_556] Responsibility for the Companys anti-slavery initiatives is as follows
[SID_556] Policy: Morag Hale, Company Secretary, is responsible for creating and reviewing policies
[SID_556] The process by which policies are developed is by considering best practice, consulting with colleagues, and adapting to the needs of the Company
[SID_556] Service Centre Managers are responsible for completing the annual anti-bribery and corruption audit and bringing to the Company Secretarys attention any supplier or country that may be at risk in relation to modern slavery or human trafficking
[SID_556] Training
[SID_556] Due to the fact that the industry in which we operate is considered low-risk in relation to modern slavery or human trafficking, no training has been undertaken other than making this Statement available to employees and suppliers
[SID_556] We do, however, review the requirement on an annual basis
[SID_556] Policies
[SID_556] The Company is committed to ensuring that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in our business, or our supply chains
[SID_556] This Statement affirms its intention to act ethically in our business relationships
[SID_556] The following policies strengthen our commitment to the practice of responsible corporate behavior
[SID_556] Whistleblowing policy Corporate Social Responsibility (Ethical) Policy Environmental Policy
[SID_556] Due Diligence Processes for Slavery and Human Trafficking
[SID_556] The Company undertakes due diligence when considering new suppliers, encourages long- standing relationships, and makes clear our commitment to responsible corporate behaviour in all business activities
[SID_556] We would consider invoking sanctions against suppliers that fail to improve their performance in line with expected standards
[SID_556] This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement will be regularly reviewed and updated as necessary
[SID_556] This statement was approved by the Board of Directors on 1st January, 2024
[SID_556] Signed: ____________________________________
[SID_556] Morag Hale, Company Secretary
[SID_556] Date: 1st January 2024
[SID_569] MODERN SLAVERY STATEMENT FEBRUARY 2024
[SID_569] MODERN SLAVERY STATEMENT
[SID_569] This statement is made pursuant to section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 for the financial year ended December 31, 2023
[SID_569] Our Structure And Business Robert Brett and Sons Limited is the parent company of a group operating in the UK with c700 employees
[SID_569] How Does The Act Apply To The Brett Group? We produce and supply a wide range of construction materials including aggregates, asphalt, ready- mixed and pre-cast concrete products
[SID_569] Most of our supply chain is based in the UK
[SID_569] As such, materials and products are largely sourced only from the UK
[SID_569] A small proportion of our supply chain is based in countries outside the UK, predominantly in Europe
[SID_569] We recognise that some of these countries (in particular those outside Europe) may present an increased risk of modern slavery and that increased due diligence and monitoring of such suppliers is required
[SID_569] Our Policy And Procedure Regarding Modern Slavery And Human Trafficking We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of slavery, human trafficking, child labour and breach of national labour laws and are committed to acting professionally and fairly in all our relationships and business dealings
[SID_569] We have in place a Modern Slavery and Labour Rights Policy which reflects this commitment and puts in place procedures to ensure that it is being complied with in our business and our supply chains
[SID_569] These procedures include
[SID_569] all new suppliers completing a new supplier questionnaire in which they are asked about their compliance with forced labour laws
[SID_569] a requirement in our terms and conditions of business and new contracts with third party suppliers and sub-contractors that they comply with all forced labour laws
[SID_569] ethical compliance online training for all employees who have dealings with our supply chain
[SID_569] a requirement that any suspicion of a policy breach be reported as soon as possible to senior management
[SID_569] Nick Tarn Chief Compliance Officer
[SID_573] Modern Slavery Statement
[SID_573] The Wastepack Group is committed to preventing all forms of modern slavery throughout its operations and supply chain
[SID_573] The Wastepack Group operates in the Environmental sector with its business activities being compliance schemes operating under producer responsibility legislation and other environmental legislation services, such as Plastic Packaging Tax
[SID_573] The Wastepack Group is made up of the following companies: Wastepack Ltd; Recycle Wales Ltd; Electrolink Recycling Ltd; WEEE Link Ltd; Nipak Ltd; Synergy Compliance Ltd; TGBN Ltd and The Green Business Network Ltd
[SID_573] Our supply chain consists of UK suppliers providing direct services
[SID_573] This is the second annual statement on slavery and human trafficking and has been published in accordance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015
[SID_573] Due to the nature of our organisation and our direct activities we believe that we have a low risk of modern slavery
[SID_573] However, we are part of the waste collection and recycling sector which has a high potential risk in relation to modern slavery
[SID_573] We have policies in place setting out our values and principles for all employees to follow include
[SID_573] Modern Day Slavery Policy
[SID_573] Business Ethics Policy
[SID_573] Equal Opportunities Policy
[SID_573] Health and Safety Policy
[SID_573] Environmental Policy
[SID_573] Anti Corruption & Bribery Policy
[SID_573] Whistleblowing Policy
[SID_573] Wastepack employees are encouraged to report any concerns related to modern slavery and human trafficking including our supply chain, either by via their line management or the Wastepack Whistleblowing Policy
[SID_573] The Modern Day Slavery policy forms part of the induction process for new starters
[SID_573] 2023 Objectives Provision of training Modern Day Slavery training developed for employees: completed & rolled out Supplier Processes Audit documents for Account Management reviewed and updated to include checks on Modern Slavery Act adherence: completed
[SID_573] 2024 Objectives Supplier Processes Procurement process for WEEE operations reviewed and updated to confirm standards/policies in place Provision of training 100% of new starters complete Modern Day Slavery training as part of induction process
[SID_573] Provision of training All employees who procure operational services or PRNs to undertake refresher training
[SID_573] Supplier Awareness Risk analysis to be undertaken of WEEE operations service providers and PRN suppliers and highest risk suppliers identified to be contacted to provide Modern Slavery Statement and / or confirm processes to reduce modern slavery in supply chain
[SID_573] Signed and approved on behalf of the Board
[SID_573] Barry Van Danzig Executive Chairman The Wastepack Group
[SID_573] June 2024
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[SID_577] Modern Slavery Act 2015
[SID_577] Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
[SID_577] Introduction
[SID_577] The Modern Slavery Act 2015 (the Act), recognises slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking as a crime and a violation of fundamental human rights
[SID_577] SRUC recognises its responsibilities and commitments under the Act, and in compliance with the provisions of Section 54, makes the following statement regarding the steps it has taken during 2023, and will continue to take in the future, to ensure that no modern slavery or human trafficking is taking place in any part of the organisation or its associated supply chains