Modern Slavery Act 2024 Compliance Statement

Introduction

Branding & Marketing Design Consultancy is committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking are not present in our business or supply chains. This statement outlines the steps we have taken and will continue to take to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2024.

Our Business

Branding & Marketing Design Consultancy is a leading branding and marketing solutions provider, offering services such as brand strategy, design, digital marketing, and market research. We operate primarily in the UK, but our reach extends globally through various partnerships and collaborations.

Our Policies

We have implemented a comprehensive set of policies to combat modern slavery and human trafficking within our organisation and supply chains, including:

1. Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy: This policy sets out our commitment to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships.
2. Supplier Code of Conduct: We expect our suppliers to share our commitment to combatting modern slavery and human trafficking.
3. Whistleblowing Policy: We encourage all employees and business partners to report any concerns related to modern slavery.

Due Diligence Processes

To identify and mitigate the risks of modern slavery in our business and supply chains, we have implemented the following due diligence processes:

1. Risk Assessment: Regular assessments of potential risks related to modern slavery within our operations and supply chains.
2. Supplier Audits: Conduct audits of critical suppliers to ensure compliance with our Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy.
3. Employee Training: Providing training to our employees to recognise and report signs of modern slavery and human trafficking.

Supply Chains

Our supply chains include third-party suppliers of goods and services, such as printing, digital marketing tools, and office supplies. We are committed to working with suppliers who uphold the highest standards of ethics and integrity.

Steps Taken in 2024

In the past year, we have taken several steps to strengthen our commitment to eradicating modern slavery, including:

1. Enhanced Supplier Engagement: Increased engagement with suppliers to ensure our Supplier Code of Conduct adherence.
2. Improved Reporting Mechanisms: Upgraded our whistleblowing channels to ensure prompt and confidential reporting of concerns.
3. Collaborations and Partnerships: We partnered with external organisations and industry groups to stay informed about best practices in combatting modern slavery.

Looking Ahead

We will continue to review and improve our policies and practices to ensure we are doing everything possible to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains. Our ongoing commitments include:

1. Continuous Improvement: Regularly reviewing and updating our policies and procedures.
2. Stakeholder Engagement: Engaging with stakeholders, including employees, suppliers, and customers, to promote awareness and best practices.
3. Transparency and Reporting: Publishing annual updates on our progress in combatting modern slavery and human trafficking.

Approval

This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors of Branding & Marketing Design Consultancy and will be reviewed and updated annually.