Route1.ai Ltd Modern Slavery Compliance Policy
1. Introduction
Route1.ai Ltd is committed to ensuring that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and other forms of exploitation are not present in any part of its operations or supply chains. This policy outlines our commitment to preventing modern slavery within our business and the steps we are taking to meet our obligations under the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.
2. Scope of the Policy
This policy applies to all Route1.ai Ltd operations worldwide, including all staff, contractors, suppliers, and technology partners. We expect our business partners, contractors, and suppliers to uphold similar standards to ensure that there is no form of modern slavery or human trafficking in their business practices or supply chains.
3. Our Business and Supply Chain
Route1.ai Ltd provides conversational AI services globally, relying on partnerships with various technology providers to deliver quality services. We recognize that working with diverse suppliers requires stringent controls to identify and mitigate the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking within our supply chains.
4. Our Commitments
Risk Assessment and Due Diligence: We conduct risk assessments on suppliers and business partners to evaluate the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains. This includes assessing the geographic, sector, and business model risks associated with each partner.
Supplier Code of Conduct: Route1.ai Ltd's Supplier Code of Conduct explicitly prohibits modern slavery and requires all suppliers and partners to uphold the highest ethical standards, including respecting labour rights and maintaining safe and fair working conditions.
Supplier Audits: Where deemed high-risk, we may conduct due diligence audits on suppliers to ensure adherence to our policy and ethical standards. Non-compliance will result in corrective actions, including potential termination of the business relationship.
5. Training and Awareness
Route1.ai Ltd is committed to providing ongoing training and awareness programs for all employees, particularly those involved in procurement and supplier management. Training covers identifying signs of modern slavery, understanding associated risks, and knowing how to respond to potential issues in line with our policies.
6. Reporting Mechanisms
We encourage our employees, suppliers, and partners to report any concerns regarding unethical practices, including modern slavery or human trafficking. We maintain a confidential reporting channel for all stakeholders and will promptly investigate any reports.
7. Remediation and Corrective Actions
If modern slavery or human trafficking is identified in our operations or supply chains, we will take immediate and appropriate action to remedy the issue. This may involve working directly with the affected supplier to improve conditions, ending the business relationship, or notifying the relevant authorities as required by law.
8. Annual Modern Slavery Statement
In compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, Route1.ai Ltd will prepare and publish an annual Modern Slavery Statement detailing the steps taken to mitigate the risk of modern slavery in our business and supply chains. This statement will be approved by our board of directors and made publicly available on our website.
9. Continuous Improvement
Route1.ai Ltd is committed to reviewing and improving this policy regularly to ensure that our approach to modern slavery remains effective and compliant with current legislation. We aim to enhance our due diligence processes, risk assessments, and supplier relationships to mitigate any modern slavery risks continually.
Review and Approval
This policy has been reviewed and approved by the Route1.ai Ltd Board of Directors.
Approved By: Steve Mustardé
Position: CEO
Date: 01/07/2024
Contact Information
For further information regarding this policy, please contact support@route1.ai
Effective Date: 01/07/2024
Last Review Date: 01/07/2024
Next Review Date: 01/07/2025
