Modern Slavery Statement
Financial Year Ending 31 March 2027
Introduction
This statement is made pursuant to Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (“the Act”) and sets out Phipps Cameron Recruitment Limited’s commitment to preventing modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking in its operations and supply chains.
The Company acts ethically and with integrity, taking steps within its direct business activities and wider sphere of influence to ensure that slavery or human trafficking is not occurring.
Organisational Structure
Phipps Cameron Recruitment Limited is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating in the UK and EU.
Our Supply Chain
The Company’s supply chain is limited and primarily includes suppliers providing IT, telecoms, marketing, legal, and facilities services.
Close relationships with suppliers provide visibility and control over potential risks.
Risk assessments indicate a low risk of modern slavery, but the Company remains vigilant and committed to mitigating any identified risks.
Relevant Policies
The Company has implemented policies to prevent slavery and human trafficking:
Anti-Slavery Policy – zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery.
Whistleblowing Policy – enables safe reporting of concerns, with protection from retaliation.
Employee Code of Conduct – sets expectations for ethical behaviour and human rights compliance.
Supplier Code of Conduct – requires suppliers to uphold ethical standards and comply with applicable human rights laws.
These policies support ethical business conduct and enforceable systems to prevent slavery in our UK/EU operations and supply chains.
Due Diligence
Internal Operations
Recruitment Checks – verification of right to work in the UK/EU through official documents.
Payroll Verification – personnel are paid into their own bank accounts.
Freedom to Leave – temporary personnel employed on client sites can leave assignments with reasonable notice.
Employee Awareness – staff are trained on human rights obligations and ethical practices under the Employee Code of Conduct.
Supply Chain
Suppliers confirm compliance with the Act during due diligence and via contractual obligations.
Non-compliance is addressed promptly; persistent failures may lead to termination of the supplier relationship.
Risk assessments focus on potentially higher-risk areas such as facilities management, catering, and electronic equipment provision.
Risk Assessment & Compliance
Supplier relationships and internal practices are reviewed annually to identify and mitigate modern slavery risks.
Reputable suppliers are preferred, and ongoing monitoring ensures compliance.
Steps Taken in FY 2025–2026
Board endorsement and management oversight of the Anti-Slavery Policy.
Organisation-wide awareness-raising on modern slavery issues.
Verification of supplier compliance as part of commercial due diligence.
Risk assessments across business activities and supply chains.
Employee training and induction on modern slavery awareness.
Prompt action on any identified breaches of modern slavery compliance.
Steps Planned for FY 2026–2027
Review this statement and associated policies, including any newly acquired entities.
Benchmark practices against emerging case law and sector best practices.
Continue supplier verification and monitoring during commercial due diligence.
Deliver ongoing online training and awareness programs for staff.
Training & Awareness
Induction and ongoing training ensure all employees understand:
The principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
How to identify and prevent slavery and human trafficking.
Procedures for reporting concerns internally or via the whistleblowing policy.
Board Approval
This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes the Company’s statement for financial year ending March 2027.
This statement has been approved by Phipps Cameron Recruitment’s Board of Directors, who will review and update it annually.
