2. Scope
3. Our Commitment
4. Supplier and Partner Expectations
5. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
6. Reporting and Whistleblowing
7. Compliance and Enforcement
8. Training and Awareness
9. Review & Updates
10. Contact Information
1. Introduction
Q Creative Limited Trading as Quarterly Design ("Quarterly", "we", "our", "us") is committed to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in all aspects of our business and supply chain. We uphold ethical labour practices and expect the same high standards from our partners, suppliers, and contractors.
3. Our Commitment
Quarterly is committed to:
Ensuring there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in our business operations.
Conducting due diligence to assess risks within our supply chain.
Maintaining a culture of transparency and integrity in all our business relationships.
Training employees on identifying and reporting potential risks related to slavery and trafficking.
4. Supplier and Partner Expectations
We expect all suppliers and business partners to uphold the following principles:
Legal and Ethical Employment – Workers must be employed voluntarily, with fair wages and working conditions.
No Forced Labour – No individual should be subjected to forced or bonded labour.
Freedom of Movement – Workers must not be restricted from leaving employment or workplaces.
Child Labour Prohibition – No worker should be employed under the legal minimum age.
Respect for Workers' Rights – Employees should have clear terms of employment and access to grievance mechanisms.
5. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
We take the following steps to mitigate the risk of slavery and trafficking in our business:
Reviewing supplier compliance with anti-slavery policies.
Conducting audits where necessary to ensure ethical labour practices.
Evaluating risks in regions or industries known for human rights violations.
6. Reporting and Whistleblowing
Employees and third parties are encouraged to report concerns regarding modern slavery or human trafficking through our confidential reporting channels. All reports will be taken seriously and investigated appropriately.
7. Compliance and Enforcement
Failure to comply with this policy may result in:
Termination of contracts with suppliers or business partners.
Disciplinary action for employees found in violation of anti-slavery principles.
Reporting non-compliance to relevant authorities.
8. Training and Awareness
We provide regular training to employees and management to ensure awareness of modern slavery risks and how to identify and report any concerns.
9. Review and Updates
This policy is reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness and relevance. Updates will be made as necessary to strengthen our commitment to preventing modern slavery.
10. Contact Information
For concerns related to this policy, please contact us at:
Q Creative Limited
Quarterly Design, 86-90, 3rd Floor, Paul Street, London, England, EC2A 4NE
oliver@quarterlydesign.co.uk