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1. Purpose

MRL® Public Sector Consultants Ltd (“MRL”) is committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in all its forms, both within our business operations and across our supply chains. This policy sets out MRL’s approach to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not occur within our organisation or the services we provide.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

  • All employees, directors, officers, and contractors of MRL.
  • Third-party suppliers, consultants, subcontractors, and partners.
  • All business activities and services delivered by or on behalf of MRL in the UK and globally.

3. Policy Statement

MRL takes a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child exploitation. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings and relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking are not taking place anywhere in our business or supply chains.

4. Legal and Regulatory Framework

This policy is in accordance with:

  • Modern Slavery Act 2015 (UK)
  • Other relevant local and international human rights and labour laws
  • Public sector procurement standards and ethical codes

5. Responsibilities

Board of Directors and Senior Management

  • Provide leadership and ensure policy implementation across the organisation.

Managers

  • Promote awareness, conduct supplier risk assessments, and ensure team compliance.

All Employees

  • Must read, understand, and comply with this policy.
  • Required to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery immediately.

6. Due Diligence and Risk Management

MRL will:

  • Conduct risk-based due diligence on suppliers and partners.
  • Include anti-slavery clauses in contracts and service agreements.
  • Review supplier policies and practices related to labour rights and ethical sourcing.
  • Avoid doing business with any organisation that is known or suspected to be involved in slavery or human trafficking.

7. Training and Awareness

MRL will provide:

  • Training to staff on identifying and reporting signs of modern slavery.
  • Ongoing updates and refresher sessions as legislation or company processes evolve.
  • Induction training for new hires on ethical conduct and human rights.

8. Reporting and Whistleblowing

Employees and third parties are encouraged to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery in any part of our business or supply chain. Reports can be made to:

  • Line managers
  • The Compliance Officer
  • Anonymously via [insert reporting channel, if available]

All concerns will be taken seriously and investigated. MRL prohibits retaliation against whistleblowers acting in good faith.

9. Monitoring and Review

This policy will be reviewed annually, or more frequently if needed, to ensure its effectiveness. Compliance will be monitored through audits, supplier reviews, and employee feedback.

10. Breaches of Policy

Any employee or third party who breaches this policy will face disciplinary action, which could include termination of employment or contracts. Where appropriate, MRL will also notify relevant authorities.