Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction

Harris and Partners Inc. is committed to the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and the abolition of modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to taking all necessary steps to ensure that modern slavery does not take place within our own business or our supply chains.

Scope

This policy applies to all Harris and Partners Inc. employees, workers, contractors, and suppliers.

What is Modern Slavery?

Modern slavery is a term used to describe a range of abuses including slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, and debt bondage. It is a global phenomenon that affects millions of people worldwide.

Modern Slavery in Our Supply Chains

We are committed to ensuring that modern slavery does not take place in any part of our supply chains. We take the following steps to achieve this:

• Risk Assessment: We assess the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains. This includes considering the countries, industries, and that we source from, as well as the products we use.
• Supplier Selection: We select suppliers who have taken steps to prevent modern slavery in their own businesses and supply chains.
• Supplier Audits: We conduct audits of our suppliers to ensure that they are meeting our standards.
• Training: We provide training to our employees on modern slavery.
• Whistleblowing: We encourage our employees to report any concerns they may have about modern slavery.

Modern Slavery in Our Own Business

We are committed to ensuring that modern slavery does not take place within our own business. We take the following steps to achieve this:

• Recruitment: We have a robust recruitment process to ensure that we do not employ modern slaves.
• Training: We provide training to our employees on modern slavery.
• Whistleblowing: We encourage our employees to report any concerns they may have about modern slavery.

Reporting

We are committed to reporting on our steps to prevent modern slavery. We publish an annual modern slavery statement that sets out the steps we have taken during the financial year to ensure that slavery and human trafficking is not taking place in any of our supply chains or in any part of our own business.

Conclusion

We are committed to working with our suppliers and employees to eradicate modern slavery. We believe that everyone has the right to live a life free from slavery and exploitation.