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Modern Slavery Act Statement

At Patches ‘R’ Us, we are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We fully support the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and take a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour within our own operations and throughout our supply chains.

Our Commitment

  • We ensure all employees, suppliers, and business partners are treated fairly, with dignity and respect.
  • We do not tolerate any form of slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, or human trafficking.
  • We expect the same high standards from all our suppliers and business partners.

Due Diligence & Supply Chain Management

  • We source our products and materials from reputable suppliers who share our values.
  • Our procurement process includes checks to identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery and human trafficking.
  • We require suppliers to confirm compliance with the Modern Slavery Act and our own ethical standards.

Training & Awareness

  • We provide training and guidance to our team to help identify and prevent modern slavery.
  • We encourage reporting of any concerns, and all reports are investigated promptly and thoroughly.

Continuous Improvement

  • We regularly review our policies and supply chain practices to ensure ongoing compliance and improvement.
  • We are committed to transparency and will update this statement annually.

This statement has been approved by the directors of Patches ‘R’ Us and is reviewed each year.

Ethical Trading Policy

Patches ‘R’ Us is dedicated to conducting business in a socially responsible and ethical manner. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of human rights, labour practices, and environmental responsibility throughout our operations and supply chain.

Our Ethical Principles

  • Fair Employment: We provide fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect for all employees. We do not use child labour or forced labour under any circumstances.
  • Respect & Inclusion: We value diversity and inclusivity, and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Our workplace is open, supportive, and respectful of all backgrounds and identities.
  • Supplier Standards: We work only with suppliers who share our commitment to ethical trading. Suppliers must comply with all applicable laws and our Code of Conduct, including those relating to labour, health and safety, and the environment.
  • Health & Safety: We are committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team and expect the same from our suppliers.
  • Environmental Responsibility: We strive to minimise our environmental impact by reducing waste, recycling, and sourcing responsibly.
  • Transparency & Accountability: We maintain open communication with staff, suppliers, and customers about our ethical standards. Any breaches of this policy are investigated and addressed promptly.

Monitoring & Review

  • We regularly review our ethical trading practices and supply chain to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
  • Our policy is communicated to all team members and suppliers, and is available to customers and stakeholders upon request.