Ben Whistler is committed to preventing and eradicating modern slavery in all its forms. We recognise our responsibility to uphold fundamental human rights and ensure that our business operations and supply chains are free from any form of forced labour, human trafficking, or exploitation.

Policy Statement

1. Commitment to Compliance:  Ben Whistler is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations related to modern slavery. We expect our employees, contractors, and business partners to adhere to the highest ethical standards and to act in accordance with this policy.
2. Risk Assessment: We regularly assess the risk of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains. This includes evaluating the risk factors associated with specific geographic regions, industries, and types of labour.
3. Due Diligence:  Ben Whistler conducts thorough due diligence on business partners, suppliers, and contractors. This includes assessing their own policies and practices related to modern slavery and ensuring they align with our standards.
4. Supplier Engagement: We actively engage with our suppliers to promote awareness of modern slavery issues and encourage the adoption of responsible labour practices. We collaborate with our supply chain partners to address and mitigate any identified risks.
5. Employee Training and Awareness:  Ben Whistler trains employees to recognise and address modern slavery issues. We foster a culture of transparency and accountability, encouraging employees to report any concerns related to modern slavery without fear of retaliation.
6. Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuously improving our policies and practices to combat modern slavery. This includes regularly reviewing and updating our procedures to address emerging risks and challenges.
7. Communication: This policy is communicated to all employees, stakeholders, and business partners. We actively seek feedback and engagement from relevant stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of our efforts in combating modern slavery.

By implementing and enforcing this policy, Ben Whistler strives to contribute to the global effort to eradicate modern slavery and uphold the principles of human rights and dignity.