Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction

This Modern Slavery Statement is made in accordance with Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. Thuse Ltd. is committed to ensuring that slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labor, and human trafficking have no place in our business or supply chains. This statement sets out the steps we have taken to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain.

Company Structure and Operations

Thuse Ltd. is a UK-based company that specialises in Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy Services. Our business operates across the UK. We engage with a range of suppliers, contractors, and partners in various industries to ensure the delivery of quality services and products to our clients.

Our Commitment

We recognise that modern slavery is a serious issue and we are committed to preventing any form of slavery or human trafficking within our business and supply chains. We take a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking and ensure compliance with applicable UK legislation, including the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

Our Policies

To support our commitment to combatting modern slavery, we have implemented the following policies:

Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy: This policy outlines our stance against modern slavery and sets out the expectations for employees, suppliers, and business partners in relation to the prevention of slavery and human trafficking in all business operations.
Supplier Code of Conduct: We expect all suppliers and contractors to adhere to ethical business practices, which include compliance with laws and regulations related to labor, including the prohibition of forced, bonded, or indentured labor.
Whistleblowing Policy: We provide employees with the means to confidentially report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking within the workplace or supply chain.

Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

As part of our efforts to prevent modern slavery, we carry out regular risk assessments and due diligence on our supply chains. This includes evaluating the practices of our suppliers and contractors, particularly in higher-risk areas, to ensure that they comply with our ethical standards.

We require our suppliers to provide evidence of their compliance with all relevant labor laws, including those related to modern slavery, and we actively monitor these practices through audits and regular communication.

Training and Awareness

We are committed to ensuring that our employees are aware of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. To that end, we provide training to key personnel, especially those involved in procurement and supply chain management, so they can recognise signs of modern slavery and take appropriate action when necessary.

Actions and Outcomes

In the reporting period, we have:

Reviewed and updated our supplier agreements to ensure they include clauses related to the prohibition of modern slavery and human trafficking.
Conducted training sessions for employees on modern slavery and how to spot potential risks in our supply chains.
Engaged in direct communication with high-risk suppliers to ensure adherence to ethical labor practices.

Future Actions

Thuse Ltd. is committed to continuously improving its practices to combat modern slavery. In the coming year, we aim to:

Further enhance our due diligence processes, particularly in our overseas supply chains.
Strengthen our supplier engagement and work more closely with our partners to ensure compliance with anti-slavery standards.
Conduct a comprehensive review of our internal processes and policies to ensure modern slavery risks are effectively managed.

Conclusion

Thuse Ltd. is committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not occur within our business or supply chain. We will continue to monitor, review, and improve our practices in line with legal requirements and the ethical expectations of our stakeholders.

This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors of Thuse Ltd. and is reviewed annually to ensure ongoing compliance and improvement.