Modern Slavery Act 2015 Statement
County Office Supplies Ltd is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chain.
Our Commitment
We operate a strict zero-tolerance approach to all forms of slavery, forced labour and human trafficking.
Who This Applies To
This policy applies to all employees, directors, contractors, suppliers, agency staff and anyone working on our behalf.
Introduction
County Office Supplies Ltd is a privately owned office and furniture supplier with an annual turnover exceeding £2M. Our head office is based in Newhaven, East Sussex, UK.
We recognise modern slavery as a serious crime and a violation of fundamental human rights, including forced labour, servitude and human trafficking.
Zero Tolerance Policy
We are fully committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings and maintaining effective systems and controls to prevent modern slavery within our operations and supply chains.
Our Supply Chains
We consider our risk of modern slavery to be low due to the nature of our operations and the limited range of suppliers we work with.
Our supply chain primarily includes UK-based suppliers of office products, furniture and related workplace services, many of whom operate under established UK frameworks.
Due Diligence & Controls
- We build long-term relationships with trusted suppliers and clearly communicate expected ethical standards
- We carry out supplier checks and apply a “know your supplier” approach
- We encourage reporting of concerns through appropriate internal channels
- We protect whistleblowers and take concerns seriously
Supplier Expectations
We expect all suppliers and contractors to operate in full compliance with our ethical standards and to uphold a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery.
Monitoring & Compliance
We regularly review our policies and processes to ensure continued compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
- Staff awareness and training on modern slavery risks
- Ongoing review of supplier relationships and procurement practices
- Enforcement action where breaches are identified, including termination of relationships where necessary
Victim Support
If you believe you are a victim of modern slavery or human trafficking, support is available through Victim Support.
Website: https://www.victimsupport.org.uk
Supportline: 0808 168 9111
Statement
This statement is made pursuant to Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes our slavery and human trafficking statement for the current financial year.