Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

1. Our Organisation

Musketeers Security is a security services provider committed to conducting business responsibly and ethically. We recognize the importance of combating modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms and are dedicated to ensuring that our operations and supply chains are free from these abuses.

Our Business

We provide comprehensive security solutions including physical security services, risk assessment, security consulting, and protective services. Our operations are built on a foundation of integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights.

2. Our Commitment

We are committed to ensuring there is transparency throughout our business and with our suppliers regarding our approach to modern slavery. We expect all those in our supply chain and contractors to adhere to the same high standards.

3. Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains include the procurement of security equipment, technology solutions, uniforms, vehicles, and other operational necessities required to deliver our security services. We engage with suppliers both domestically and internationally.

We recognize that certain sectors within our supply chain may present higher risks for modern slavery and human trafficking, including manufacturing, textile production, and technology hardware supply chains.

4. Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

Musketeers Security has implemented the following measures to identify and mitigate the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains:

• Supplier Due Diligence: We conduct thorough due diligence on all new suppliers and regularly review existing suppliers to assess their compliance with modern slavery legislation and ethical labor practices.
• Risk Assessment: We assess potential risks in our supply chains based on geographical location, sector, and nature of business relationships, focusing particular attention on high-risk areas.
• Contractual Obligations: Our supplier contracts include specific provisions requiring compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and related legislation, and the right to audit and terminate relationships if standards are not met.
• Right to Work Checks: We conduct thorough right-to-work checks for all employees and verify that all recruitment is conducted through licensed and reputable agencies.

5. Policies and Procedures

We have implemented and maintain the following policies to support our commitment to eradicating modern slavery:

• Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy: This policy makes clear our zero-tolerance approach and sets out guidance for identifying and reporting concerns.
• Whistleblowing Policy: We encourage all employees, suppliers, and business partners to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. Reports can be made confidentially and without fear of retaliation.
• Recruitment and Employment Policy: Our recruitment processes ensure that all employees are legally entitled to work in the UK, are not charged recruitment fees, and understand their rights and conditions of employment.
• Supplier Code of Conduct: This code sets out the minimum standards we expect from our suppliers regarding labor practices, human rights, and ethical business conduct.

6. Training and Awareness

We provide training and raise awareness of modern slavery issues among our staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management. Our training program includes:

• How to identify potential indicators of modern slavery and human trafficking
• The importance of reporting concerns and the reporting mechanisms available
• Understanding our responsibilities under the Modern Slavery Act 2015
• Best practices for ethical recruitment and supply chain management

7. Effectiveness and Key Performance Indicators

We measure the effectiveness of our approach to combating modern slavery through the following indicators:

• Percentage of suppliers assessed for modern slavery risks
• Number of staff trained on modern slavery awareness
• Number of concerns reported and investigated
• Completion of due diligence checks on new suppliers
• Supplier audit outcomes and remediation actions

8. Looking Forward

During the financial years 2025 and 2026, Musketeers Security commits to:

• Conducting comprehensive modern slavery risk assessments across our entire supply chain
• Enhancing our supplier audit program with specific focus on high-risk categories
• Providing advanced training to key personnel in procurement and human resources
• Strengthening our reporting mechanisms and whistleblowing procedures
• Collaborating with industry partners and relevant organizations to share best practices
• Regularly reviewing and updating our policies and procedures

9. Reporting Concerns

Musketeers Security encourages anyone with concerns about modern slavery or human trafficking within our organization or supply chains to report them. Concerns can be reported to:

• Your line manager or HR department
• Our confidential whistleblowing hotline
• Email: [email protected]

All reports will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled confidentially.