This policy ensures that Aqua People Limited is actively working toward eliminating modern slavery in its operations and across its supply chain.

Modern Slavery Statement for Aqua People Limited

This statement was last updated on 14/03/2025.
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Introduction

Aqua People Limited ("we," "our," "us") is committed to ensuring that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains. As a recruitment agency specializing in the healthcare sector, we recognize our responsibility to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking and to promote transparency and ethical practices in all aspects of our operations.

This statement sets out our actions to address and prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in line with the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. This statement applies to Aqua People Limited and all of its subsidiaries, employees, contractors, and suppliers.

Our Commitment to Combatting Modern Slavery

Aqua People Limited takes a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to maintaining and improving ethical business practices and ensuring that our employees, contractors, and suppliers are not engaged in or complicit in any form of slavery, forced labor, human trafficking, or exploitation.

We aim to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not present in any part of our business or supply chain. Aqua People Limited is fully committed to the principles of equal rights, fairness, and respect for human dignity.

Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address specific accessibility requirements

Conducted user testing with individuals with disabilities

Implemented accessible design features and functionalities

Provided alternative formats for content upon request

Ensured seamless access to essential healthcare recruitment information

Our Business

Aqua People Limited is a recruitment agency specializing in placing healthcare professionals across the UK. Our business operates in a highly regulated environment, where safeguarding and promoting the welfare of both our candidates and clients is of utmost importance. We work with a wide range of healthcare providers, including NHS trusts, private healthcare providers, and local authorities, to supply skilled healthcare staff.

Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

To mitigate the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking within our supply chains, we undertake the following actions:

Partner Audits: We conduct due diligence on new and existing suppliers to assess their commitment to ethical practices, including modern slavery and human trafficking. This includes reviewing their policies, procedures, and supply chain operations.
Contracts and Agreements: We ensure that our contracts with suppliers include clauses that require them to comply with modern slavery legislation and adopt ethical working practices. We also have the right to terminate contracts in the event of non-compliance.
Training and Awareness: We provide regular training to our employees to raise awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking. This training ensures that staff are equipped to identify and respond to any concerns related to modern slavery in our recruitment processes and supply chains.
Whistleblowing: We encourage a culture of transparency and openness, enabling employees, candidates, and suppliers to report any concerns regarding modern slavery and human trafficking. Our whistleblowing policy provides clear channels for reporting suspected incidents of exploitation or abuse.

Our Policies

In addition to this Modern Slavery Statement, Aqua People Limited has in place several policies designed to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are prevented across our operations, including:

Equal Opportunities Policy
Ethical Recruitment Policy
Whistleblowing Policy
Employee Code of Conduct

Each of these policies outlines our commitment to fair and ethical treatment of all individuals and includes specific provisions relating to the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking.

Employee Engagement

At Aqua People Limited, we are committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect. We ensure that all employees are provided with clear terms of employment, fair pay, and appropriate working conditions. We also offer support to help staff members report any concerns regarding modern slavery or unethical practices.

Actions and Achievements in the Reporting Period

During the reporting period, Aqua People Limited has taken the following steps to combat modern slavery and human trafficking:

Conducted a comprehensive review of our supply chain policies to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Delivered training sessions on modern slavery to all employees.
Developed stronger partnerships with ethical recruitment platforms to ensure candidates are placed in reputable healthcare settings.
Reviewed and updated our recruitment practices to safeguard against any potential exploitation of candidates.

Future Commitments

Aqua People Limited will continue to strengthen its efforts to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking, including:

Regularly reviewing and updating our policies and practices to ensure compliance with the latest legislation and best practices.
Engaging with stakeholders to raise awareness and promote ethical practices throughout our supply chain.
Expanding our monitoring and reporting mechanisms to ensure that modern slavery concerns are identified and addressed swiftly.

Approval and Review

This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors of Aqua People Limited and will be reviewed annually to ensure that we continue to meet our obligations under the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

Signed:

Tasker Pedyo
Consultant (Aegis Health Support)
Aqua People Limited
Date: 14/03/2025

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