Modern Day Slavery Statement

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Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement 

For: Worsley Photography Studio  

Date: 04/01/2025

Introduction

At Worsley Photography Studio , we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and social responsibility. We recognise the importance of taking action against modern slavery, human trafficking, and forced labour in all areas of our business and supply chains. We are committed to preventing modern slavery and ensuring that our operations reflect a commitment to human rights.

This statement outlines the steps we have taken to identify and address the risks of modern slavery within our business and supply chains, in compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

Our Business 

Worsley Photography Studio  is a UK-based photography business offering a range of services including portrait photography, event photography, and commercial photography. Our operations are primarily based in Manchester, and we work with a range of suppliers and contractors to deliver our services.

Our Commitment

We are committed to acting ethically and transparently in all our business dealings and relationships. We aim to ensure that no form of modern slavery or human trafficking exists in our business or supply chains.

Our Policies 

We have implemented several internal policies and procedures to support our commitment to eradicating modern slavery, including:

- **Anti-Slavery Policy**: This outlines our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking, and it applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers.

- **Supplier Code of Conduct**: We require all suppliers and business partners to adhere to ethical practices and to ensure that modern slavery does not take place within their own supply chains.

- **Employee Code of Conduct**: This code outlines our expectations for ethical conduct and establishes clear reporting procedures for any concerns related to modern slavery.

- **Whistleblowing Policy**: Employees are encouraged to report any concerns about potential modern slavery or human trafficking activities within our business or supply chains.

**Our Due Diligence and Risk Assessment**  

We actively work to assess and address any risks related to modern slavery within our supply chains. This includes conducting due diligence checks on potential suppliers to ensure they meet our ethical standards. We have identified the following key areas where there may be risks:

- **Supplier and Contractor Relationships**: We work with several suppliers for equipment, printing, and event services. We ensure that these suppliers comply with our ethical standards and policies.

- **Workforce**: Our team consists of photographers, administrative staff, and freelancers. We ensure all workers are legally employed, with proper contracts, fair wages, and conditions.

**Training and Awareness**  

We provide training to our staff and contractors on the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. This training includes understanding what modern slavery looks like, how to identify the signs, and how to report any concerns.

**Performance Monitoring and Review**  

We regularly review our policies and procedures to ensure that they remain effective in preventing modern slavery. We are committed to improving our practices and responding promptly to any issues that may arise. Any incidents of modern slavery reported will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate corrective actions will be taken.

**Conclusion**  

At  In The Dirty Old Town - Photography Studio, we take our responsibility to combat modern slavery seriously. We remain committed to operating with integrity and transparency in all aspects of our business and supply chains. We will continue to assess, monitor, and improve our practices to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our business.

This statement will be reviewed and updated annually to ensure that we continue to meet our obligations under the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

Signed,  

Alex J Behrendt 

Owner/Proprietor 

Worsley Photography Studio 

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