Modern Slavery Statement

At Metropolitan College London, we are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our operations or supply chains. This statement outlines the steps we take to fulfill our responsibilities under the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to creating an environment that respects human rights and values every individual. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery, forced labor, or exploitation.

Our Policies

To ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act, we have implemented the following policies and practices:

Code of Conduct: All staff and suppliers are required to adhere to our ethical guidelines, which strictly prohibit forced labor and human trafficking.
Procurement Policy: We carefully vet our suppliers to ensure they uphold the same ethical standards we practice.
Whistleblowing Policy: We encourage employees, students, and partners to report any concerns related to unethical practices or modern slavery without fear of retaliation.

Supply Chain Management

Metropolitan College London works with reputable suppliers who share our commitment to ethical practices. We conduct due diligence to ensure that our supply chain is free from exploitation, including:

Verifying suppliers’ compliance with the Modern Slavery Act.
Regularly reviewing supplier contracts and practices.
Terminating relationships with suppliers who fail to meet our standards.

Training and Awareness

We provide training to staff and stakeholders to raise awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking. This includes recognizing the signs of exploitation and understanding how to report concerns effectively.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuously improving our practices by:

Monitoring and reviewing our policies annually.
Strengthening supplier audits and assessments.
Staying informed about emerging risks related to modern slavery.

Reporting Concerns

If you suspect any instance of modern slavery or unethical practices related to Metropolitan College London or our suppliers, please contact us immediately:
Email: info@mcl-ac.co.uk

This statement reflects Metropolitan College London’s commitment to combating modern slavery during the financial year ending [Insert Year]. We will continue to take proactive measures to promote ethical practices and protect human rights across all areas of our organization.

Signed:
S.M. Sazedul Hossain
Principal, Metropolitan College London