Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Act 2015

The Modern Slavery Act 2015 is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It is designed to combat modern slavery in the UK and consolidates previous offences relating to trafficking and slavery. The act extends essentially to England and Wales, but some provisions apply in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Phew Modern Slavery Statement

Phew has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships.

We do not enter into business or partnerships with any organisation, which knowingly supports, or is found to be involved in slavery, servitude or forced or compulsory labour. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we’re also committed to creating and ensuring a non-discriminatory and respectful working environment for our people.

Our recruitment and people management processes are designed to ensure that all prospective employees are legally entitled to work in the UK. Phew is committed to complying with relevant employment legislation and codes of practice as a minimum benchmark. Wherever possible we strive to exceed legislative requirements by developing policies and procedures that help it achieve its aim of being an Employer of Choice.

Reporting Modern Slavery

The Managing Director has overall responsibility for complying with legal and ethical obligations and for investigating allegations of modern slavery in the Company’s business or supply chains, along with the assistance of the Business Operations Manager.

If a staff member believes or suspects a breach of The Modern Slavery Act 2015 has or may occur, they must notify the Managing Director as soon as possible. We are committed to ensuring no one suffers any detrimental treatment or victimisation because of reporting in good faith their suspicion that modern slavery is or may be taking place in any part of the business or in any of its supply chains.

Phew employs its staff on standard contracts of employment where each is free to terminate in accordance with the agreed terms and laws. The conditions of employment are laid down in the staff handbook.

Further information regarding the Modern Slavery Act 2015 can be found on the UK government website.