Anti-Slavery & Human Trafficking Statement
Introduction
hedgehog lab works in the technology sector focussing on mobile app and web app development. We are committed to acquiring goods and services for our clients without causing harm to others. In so doing, hedgehog lab is committed to supporting the UK Government’s Action Plan to implement the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
This Statement is designed to satisfy the requirements of Part 6 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, by informing our employees, suppliers, other third party partners and clients about hedgehog lab and its Statement with respect to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced and bonded labour and labour rights violations in its supply chains.
Although, as a business, hedgehog lab turns over less than the threshold for businesses required to publish a statement under the Act, hedgehog’s Board considers that our clients’ spend through its supply agreements warrants a statement on the risks inherent in our supply chains and the steps we are taking to address them, in line with our practices in sustainable and responsible procurement.
Our categories
hedgehog labs’ supply chains mainly fall under 3 categories, which are:
- Suppliers of equipment and services
- Labour
- Sub- Contractors
We are committed to ensure that:
- Employment is freely chosen;
- Freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining are respected;
- Working conditions are safe and hygienic;
- Child labour shall not be used;
- Living wages are paid;
- Working hours are not excessive;
- No discrimination is practised;
- Regular employment is provided; and
- No harsh or inhumane treatment is allowed.
Our plans for the future
As part of this reporting exercise in this and the coming years, hedgehog lab expresses its commitment to the abolition of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced and bonded labour and labour rights violations.
This Statement has been approved and published by our Board and will be reviewed at least once annually.
