Modern Slavery Act Statement
Effective Date: November 2021
This statement is made in accordance with Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps Eltron Europe Ltd has taken to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chains.
While our annual turnover is below the mandatory threshold of £36 million, we fully support the principles of the Act and choose to voluntarily publish this statement as part of our ethical commitment.
Our Position on Modern Slavery
Modern slavery is a serious crime and a violation of basic human rights. It includes slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking — all of which involve the exploitation of people for personal or commercial gain.
Eltron Europe Ltd has a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to conducting all of our business dealings with integrity, transparency, and ethics, and to implementing robust systems and controls to ensure slavery or human trafficking does not occur in any part of our organisation or supply chains.
Our Commitments
- We require the same high standards from all our suppliers, contractors, and partners.
- Our agreements include explicit clauses prohibiting forced or trafficked labour, including child slavery.
- We expect our suppliers to apply these standards across their own supply chains.
Scope of the Policy
This policy applies to all individuals working for or with us, including:
- Employees
- Directors and officers
- Agency and seconded workers
- Interns and volunteers
- Contractors, consultants, agents, and third-party representatives
Policy Ownership & Implementation
Eltron Europe Ltd is responsible for:
- Ensuring this policy complies with all legal and ethical standards
- Monitoring the implementation and effectiveness of our systems
- Handling any questions or concerns regarding this policy
- Conducting audits and internal reviews
Managers and team leaders are responsible for ensuring that all employees under their supervision are:
- Aware of the policy
- Trained on the subject of modern slavery
- Supported in adhering to compliance protocols
Whistleblowing & Reporting Concerns
Our whistleblowing policy supports any individual — employee, contractor, or third party — who reports concerns in good faith.
We are committed to ensuring that:
- All reports are taken seriously and investigated
- No person suffers retaliation or detrimental treatment for raising a concern
- Corrective action is taken where necessary
Detrimental treatment includes dismissal, demotion, disciplinary action, threats, or any other unfavourable treatment.
Training & Awareness
All employees receive training on this policy during induction.
We continue to raise awareness of the risks of modern slavery through:
- Regular updates
- Supplier communications
- Internal training sessions
Breaches of Policy
Any employee found to be in breach of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal for gross misconduct.
We reserve the right to terminate relationships with suppliers, contractors, or business partners who fail to uphold this policy.
For any queries or more information regarding this Modern Slavery Act Statement, please contact: