Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

Recruitment Direct UK Limited (“RDUK”, “we”, “our” or “us”) is committed to preventing modern slavery, servitude, forced labour and human trafficking in all areas of its business operations and supply chains.

We operate a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and are committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly and with integrity.

The purpose of this policy is to:

• Prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business.
• Promote ethical recruitment and employment practices.
• Protect workers, applicants and vulnerable individuals from exploitation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.

This policy applies to:

• Employees
• Workers
• Applicants
• Clients
• Contractors
• Suppliers
• Business partners

The policy applies across all business activities undertaken by Recruitment Direct UK Limited.

Recruitment Direct UK Limited is committed to:

• Complying with all applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human trafficking.
• Recruiting workers fairly and transparently.
• Ensuring all work is undertaken voluntarily.
• Preventing the exploitation of vulnerable individuals.
• Maintaining appropriate compliance and verification procedures.
• Encouraging the reporting of concerns relating to modern slavery.

As part of our recruitment and compliance processes, RDUK undertakes:

• Right to work verification.
• Identity checks.
• Compliance screening.
• Verification of worker documentation.
• Monitoring of recruitment practices.
• Investigation of any concerns raised by applicants, workers, clients or third parties.

RDUK does not knowingly engage with organisations or individuals involved in modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking.

Recruitment Direct UK Limited expects suppliers, contractors and business partners to operate ethically and comply with all applicable laws relating to employment practices and modern slavery.

Where appropriate, concerns relating to suppliers or business partners may be investigated and reviewed.

Recruitment Direct UK Limited may use artificial intelligence (“AI”), machine learning and automated technologies to support recruitment, communication, compliance and administrative processes.

AI technologies may assist with:

• Applicant screening.
• Skills and vacancy matching.
• Compliance administration.
• Recruitment communications.

AI systems are used to support recruitment activities and operational efficiency and do not replace appropriate human oversight.

RDUK remains committed to ensuring that technology is used responsibly and does not contribute to unfair treatment, exploitation or unlawful employment practices.

Any individual who suspects modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking in connection with Recruitment Direct UK Limited's business activities should report their concerns immediately.

Reports will be treated seriously and investigated appropriately.

The Director of Recruitment Direct UK Limited has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with this policy and reviewing its effectiveness.

This policy will be reviewed annually or sooner if required by legislative, regulatory or business changes.