Graceage Care Ltd is committed to combating modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms. This statement sets out our actions to prevent slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We strive to uphold the highest ethical standards and promote responsible business practices.

Our Organisation: Graceage Care Ltd is a leading provider of care services, specialising in elderly care and support. We operate a range of care facilities and services across multiple locations, providing quality care to individuals in need. We recognise our responsibility to ensure that modern slavery does not occur within our organisation or any part of our supply chain.

Our Policies: We have developed robust policies and procedures to safeguard against modern slavery and human trafficking. These include:

Recruitment and Employment Policy: We have implemented rigorous recruitment processes to verify the identity and eligibility to work of all our employees. We strictly adhere to the laws and regulations governing employment, including the prevention of forced labor and exploitation.

Supplier Code of Conduct: We expect all our suppliers and business partners to share our commitment to ethical practices and human rights. Our Supplier Code of Conduct explicitly prohibits the use of forced or child labor, and we conduct regular assessments to ensure compliance.

Training and Awareness: We provide regular training to our employees to raise awareness of modern slavery risks, signs, and reporting mechanisms. This empowers them to identify and report any potential instances of exploitation or trafficking.

Due Diligence and Risk Assessment: We have established an ongoing due diligence process to identify, assess, and mitigate any risks of modern slavery within our supply chain. This includes:

Supplier Evaluation: We carefully evaluate potential suppliers and conduct due diligence checks to ensure they comply with our ethical standards. We prioritise suppliers who share our commitment to combatting modern slavery.

Risk Assessment: We conduct periodic risk assessments of our supply chain to identify any potential vulnerabilities. If any concerns are identified, we take appropriate measures to address them, working collaboratively with suppliers to improve their practices.

Reporting and Whistleblowing: We actively encourage employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any suspicions or concerns regarding modern slavery. We have established confidential reporting channels to protect whistleblowers, and all reports are thoroughly investigated. We are committed to taking appropriate action against any violations of our policies and legal requirements.

Monitoring and Compliance: We regularly review our policies, procedures, and practices to ensure their effectiveness in preventing modern slavery. We work closely with external experts and industry partners to stay updated on emerging risks and best practices. Compliance with this statement is mandatory for all employees and suppliers, and any breach will result in appropriate disciplinary action.

Our Commitment: Graceage Care Ltd is dedicated to continuously improving our efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to working collaboratively with stakeholders, including employees, suppliers, and customers, to eradicate these heinous practices. We will transparently report on our progress in combating modern slavery in our annual reports and through other communication channels.

This statement has been approved by the board of directors of Graceage Care Ltd and will be reviewed and updated annually.