Modern Slavery Policy

Introduction

Nightingale Supported Communities Ltd is a domiciliary care provider dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality services across Lancashire. We understand the importance of protecting the rights and wellbeing of every individual and recognise the serious crime of modern slavery and human trafficking. Modern slavery is a violation of fundamental human rights and takes many forms, including forced labour, servitude, bonded labour and human trafficking. We are committed to taking all reasonable steps to ensure that such practices have no place in our organisation or in the wider supply chains that support our work.

Policy Statement

We are fully committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all areas of our business. This includes ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in any part of our operations, recruitment practices, or supply chains. We will not knowingly work with or support any individual, business, or organisation that is involved in such unlawful practices.

Our Approach

To ensure our organisation remains free from the risk of modern slavery, we have put in place a number of key measures:

• Due diligence: We carry out checks and assessments on all of our suppliers, contractors, and business partners to ensure that they operate ethically and in compliance with modern slavery legislation.

• Risk assessment: We regularly review our business and supply chain to identify any potential risks of exploitation or unethical practices and take action where necessary.

• Staff training and awareness: We provide training for our staff so that they understand what modern slavery is, how to recognise the signs, and how to report any concerns they may have.

• Reporting concerns: We have a clear process in place for employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report concerns or suspicions of modern slavery. All concerns will be treated seriously, investigated thoroughly, and appropriate action will be taken.

• Taking action: Where we find evidence of modern slavery within our business or supply chain, we will take immediate steps, which may include ending relationships with suppliers or contractors who are found to be in breach of this policy.

• Continuous improvement: This policy and our procedures are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure they remain effective and relevant.

Transparency

We are committed to being transparent in our approach to preventing modern slavery. This policy is publicly available on our website and is shared with all employees, suppliers, and business partners so that everyone is clear about our expectations.

Conclusion

Nightingale Supported Communities Ltd takes a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. By promoting ethical practices, training our staff, and working only with responsible suppliers, we are committed to ensuring that our services are delivered in a way that respects the dignity and rights of every person. We expect all employees, suppliers, contractors, and business partners to uphold these principles and to comply fully with this policy.

Signed:
Management Team
Nightingale Supported Communities Ltd