Legal
Modern Slavery
Legal
Modern Slavery
Modern Slavery
Company registered Number – 9798640
Modern Slavery Statement 2020
Introduction
Modern slavery as defined in the United Kingdom’s (U.K.) Modern Slavery Act 2015 can take many different forms, such as human trafficking, slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour
1. Insight IP Ltd’s offices are located in the UK
2. Insight IP Ltd acknowledges that even today millions of people fall victim to modern slavery worldwide in a wide range of industries either in the company’s own operations or its supply chains
3. Insight IP Ltd has a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery both within its own operations as well as in Insight IP Ltd’s supply chains. Insight IP Ltd’s contractors and employees have a duty to be alert and to raise any concerns to management. All reported incidents will be investigated to ensure compliance with local legislation and Insight IP Ltd’s internal policies. This statement provides an overview of Insight IP Ltd and its supply chains, policies and practices related to modern slavery, training initiatives and key performance indicators for the financial year from 1 April, 2019 to 31 March, 2020.
4. In line with Insight IP Ltd’s core values, the relationship with all our suppliers is built on integrity and mutual respect. The selection process of independent contractors includes due diligence with respect to right to work confirmation. Similarly, when
selecting corporate suppliers, their reputation and compliance with legislation are taken into account. Insight IP Ltd is not aware of any allegations of modern slavery against any of its current suppliers. If allegations arose, Insight IP Ltd would take immediate action and report the suspected incident to the relevant authorities.
Policies and Practices
Insight IP Ltd maintains the below policies which help to prevent modern slavery: a. Two of Insight IP Ltd’s core values: respect and integrity – at Insight IP Ltd we are committed to treating everyone with whom we interact, from our clients to our co-workers, vendors and business partners with the ultimate level of respect. Moreover, Insight IP Ltd strongly commits to ethical and honest
conduct at all times and to always doing the right thing. As a result, we cannot tolerate any form of modern slavery.
b. Standards of Business Conduct and Statement of Respect – Insight IP Ltd’s standards of business conduct and statement of respect encourage employees to treat fellow employees, clients and vendors with courtesy and to resolve any differences in a professional, non-abusive and non-threatening manner. Employees are expected to maintain the highest ethical standards in the conduct of Company affairs and in their relationship with customers, suppliers, employees, advisors and the communities in which our operations are located.
c. Recruitment Policy on Employee References – reference and background checks on candidates are conducted globally in accordance with all applicable laws. This includes eligibility to work checks in order to safeguard against human trafficking.
d. Workplace Violence Policy – this policy helps to maintain a safe and healthy work environment free from intimidation, threats or violent acts. This encompasses behaviour towards employees, visitors, clients and other individuals with whom Insight IP Ltd conducts business. All Insight IP Ltd employees and subcontractors have a duty to warn management of any incidents. Insight IP Ltd will investigate all reported issues promptly and thoroughly and will notify police or other law enforcement personnel where necessary.
e. Open Door Policy – Insight IP Ltd management maintain an open door policy. Employees are encouraged to bring forward concerns without fear of retaliation.
f. Eligibility to Work Confirmation of Independent Contractors – All independent contractors confirm their eligibility to work as part of the standard independent contractor agreement in order to safeguard against human trafficking.
Training
All new hires in Insight IP Ltd’s workforce complete a mandatory training module on modern slavery as part of their initial training. This training module raises awareness of modern slavery amongst Insight IP Ltd’s workforce, reconfirms Insight IP Ltd’s zero tolerance approach to modern slavery, sensitises employees to the signs of modern slavery and provides guidance on how to respond in case of suspected modern slavery.
Key Performance Indicators
Insight IP Ltd has defined the following key performance indicators in order to measure the Company’s success in reducing the risks of modern slavery.
a. Number of reports made by employees, the public or law enforcement agencies regarding suspected risks of modern slavery
b. Number of employees sensitised to modern slavery
c. Number of instances of suspected modern slavery with regard to Insight IP Ltd’s suppliers
d. Investigations undertaken into reports of modern slavery and the actions taken
This statement was approved by Mazhar Khoja, CEO at Insight IP Ltd.
Mazhar Khoja
CEO
Insight IP Ltd