Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
Business Visual Ltd (Company No. 4549864)
This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps taken by Business Visual Ltd to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in its business operations and supply chains.
1. Our Business
Business Visual Ltd is a UK-registered limited company providing visual, photographic, digital, and media-based services.
Our activities include creative production, digital content creation, and associated professional services.
We operate primarily in the United Kingdom and work with suppliers both within the UK and internationally.
2. Our Commitment
Business Visual Ltd is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships. We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking, and we are committed to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure such practices do not occur within our business or supply chains.
3. Policies
To support our commitment, we maintain policies and practices that promote ethical conduct and lawful working conditions, including:
- Standards of professional and ethical behaviour
- Expectations that suppliers, contractors, and freelancers comply with applicable labour and employment laws
- Procedures for raising concerns, including whistleblowing arrangements
These policies are reviewed periodically and updated as required.
4. Risk Assessment
We recognise that the risk of modern slavery varies by sector, geography, and type of labour.
Our assessment considers:
- The nature of services procured
- Use of subcontractors or freelance labour
- Geographic location of suppliers
Based on the nature of our business, we consider the overall risk of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains to be low, but we remain vigilant.
5. Due Diligence
Our due diligence measures include:
- Assessing suppliers and contractors before engagement
- Seeking confirmation that suppliers comply with relevant employment and labour legislation
- Reserving the right to terminate relationships where serious breaches or non-compliance are identified
Where concerns arise, we aim to engage constructively with suppliers to address issues where appropriate.
6. Training and Awareness
Directors and relevant personnel are made aware of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking and understand how to identify potential indicators of exploitation.
Training is provided where proportionate to role and risk.
7. Reporting Concerns
Employees, contractors, and business partners are encouraged to report any concerns relating to modern slavery or human trafficking. Reports can be made directly to company management and will be treated seriously, confidentially, and without retaliation.
8. Effectiveness and Review
We monitor the effectiveness of our approach through:
- Periodic review of supplier relationships
- Review of internal practices and policies
- Consideration of any reported incidents or concerns
This statement will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary.
9. Approval
This statement has been approved by the Director(s) of Business Visual Ltd.
Name: Chieko Jones
Position: Director
Date: 09th Feb 2025