Anti Slavery Policy

The Ethical Butcher – Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

Introduction

At The Ethical Butcher, we are committed to operating with integrity and ensuring that our
business practices uphold the highest ethical standards. We fully support efforts to eliminate
all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in line with the
principles outlined in the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

Our Commitment

We recognise the importance of being vigilant against the risks of modern slavery within our business and supply chain. As a company focused on sustainability and ethics, we are dedicated to:
● Promoting fair and humane treatment of all individuals involved in our operations and supply chain.
● Taking reasonable steps to reduce the risk of modern slavery in our business
activities.
● Continuously reviewing and improving our practices to support ethical standards.

Our Supply Chain

The Ethical Butcher values transparency and works closely with partners and suppliers who share our commitment to ethical business practices. While we aim to work with suppliers that align with our values, we acknowledge that identifying and addressing risks in complex supply chains can be challenging. Therefore, we remain mindful of potential risks and take action where appropriate to ensure our suppliers follow fair practices.

Due Diligence Approach

We strive to be aware of and address the risks of modern slavery across our operations and supply chain. Our approach may include:
● Risk assessments to highlight areas where modern slavery risks could exist.
● Informal monitoring of suppliers' ethical practices.
● Encouraging the inclusion of ethical terms in agreements with suppliers, where
feasible.
● Addressing concerns or issues if and when they arise.

Staff Responsibility and Awareness

All employees are expected to contribute to upholding our ethical values, and we promote awareness of modern slavery issues among our team. We aim to:
● Provide relevant guidance to staff, especially in areas of recruitment and supply
chain management, to help them identify potential risks.
● Ensure our recruitment processes are conducted fairly and transparently, ensuring
that employment conditions meet legal standards.
● Encourage staff to raise any concerns regarding unethical practices through internal reporting channels.

Reporting Concerns

The Ethical Butcher encourages anyone, whether an employee or partner, to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. We are committed to:
● Taking concerns seriously and acting responsibly if any issues are identified.
● Reviewing reported concerns and addressing them in line with our ethical standards and legal obligations.
● Regularly reviewing this policy to ensure it remains relevant and aligned with evolving standards.

Conclusion

The Ethical Butcher remains committed to promoting ethical practices and combatting
modern slavery across all areas of our business. We recognise the importance of
collaboration, and we encourage our team, suppliers, and partners to support our efforts in this ongoing commitment.