Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy
Effective Date: 28 February 2025. Last Updated: 28 February 2025
1. Introduction
WTA Energy Limited (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business and supply chain. We operate in full compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and expect our employees, contractors, and suppliers to uphold the highest ethical standards.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and any other parties working on behalf of WTA Energy Limited.
3. Our Commitment
WTA Energy Limited is dedicated to:
- Ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our operations or supply chain.
- Conducting due diligence on all suppliers and business partners to assess and mitigate risks related to forced labour and human trafficking.
- Training employees to identify and prevent modern slavery.
- Establishing mechanisms to report and address any concerns regarding unethical labour practices.
4. Responsibilities
- Senior Management: Responsible for implementing this policy and ensuring compliance.
- Employees and Contractors: Required to adhere to this policy and report any concerns.
- Suppliers and Business Partners: Expected to comply with our ethical sourcing standards and demonstrate a commitment to preventing modern slavery.
5. Supply Chain Due Diligence
WTA Energy Limited will take the following steps to prevent modern slavery within our supply chain:
- Assessing suppliers before engagement to ensure ethical practices.
- Regularly reviewing supplier contracts to include anti-slavery provisions.
- Monitoring suppliers and conducting audits where necessary.
6. Reporting Concerns
Employees, contractors, and third parties can report any concerns regarding modern slavery via:
- Email: contact@wtaenergy.com
- Confidential Reporting Mechanism: [Insert Details if applicable] All reports will be treated seriously and investigated promptly. We will ensure that no employee or whistleblower suffers retaliation for raising genuine concerns.
7. Training and Awareness
We will provide training for our employees and key stakeholders to:
- Identify signs of modern slavery and human trafficking.
- Understand their role in preventing and reporting unethical labour practices.
8. Continuous Improvement
We will review and update this policy regularly to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with UK law. We will also engage with industry best practices to strengthen our approach to preventing modern slavery.
9. Contact Information
For any questions about this policy or to report concerns, please contact us at:
WTA Energy Limited Room 73, The Mansion House Wrest Park, Silsoe, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK45 4HR Email: contact@wtaenergy.com
By adhering to this policy, WTA Energy Limited reaffirms its commitment to ethical business practices and the elimination of modern slavery and human trafficking.