Modern Slavery

Date last updated: 28/04/2025

This policy is made pursuant to the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps that Restore Clinical Ltd (“Restore Clinical”) has taken, and is continuing to take, to make sure that modern slavery or human trafficking is not taking place within our business or supply chain.

Restore Clinical has a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity and transparency, in all company dealings to safeguard against exploitation.

 

What is slavery?

This policy and the Modern Slavery Act 2015 cover four activities:

  • Slavery: Exercising powers of ownership over a person
  • Servitude: Being forced to provide services through coercion
  • Forced or compulsory labour: Work or services exacted from someone under threat, without their voluntary consent
  • Human trafficking: Arranging or facilitating the travel of another person with a view to exploitation

 

How is it relevant to us?

Modern slavery is a complex crime, and tackling it requires vigilance. Preventing exploitation and protecting our workforce and reputation is not just ethical, it is good business practice.

The Modern Slavery Act 2015 recognises the role businesses must play. Therefore, we pay particular attention to:

  • Our clients and clinicians
  • Our suppliers
  • Any outsourced activities, particularly in higher-risk jurisdictions
  • Cleaning and support staff
  • Corporate hospitality

 

Responsibilities

Everyone at Restore Clinical, from Directors to employees, has a responsibility to ensure our workforce and supply chain are free from exploitation.

We will:

  • Maintain clear policies and procedures preventing slavery and exploitation
  • Be transparent about our recruitment policy
  • Vet our suppliers, clients and clinicians
  • Lead by example with rigorous checks
  • Operate an open grievance process
  • Raise employee awareness of modern slavery risks
  • Publicly state our commitment to these responsibilities

 

Directors

Our Directors will:

  • Listen to employees and respond appropriately to concerns
  • Stay alert to potential indicators of slavery
  • Raise awareness and provide training
  • Use experience and professional judgement to identify risks

 

Employees

All employees must:

  • Remain vigilant to potential signs of slavery or exploitation
  • Report concerns in line with our reporting procedure
  • Suggest improvements to our anti-slavery approach

 

The Risks

The main risk areas for Restore Clinical include:

  • Engaging employees
  • Recruiting clinicians for clients

We manage these risks through strict processes set out in this policy.

 

Our Procedures

Anti-slavery statement

We are a healthcare staffing provider. We recognise our responsibility to ensure, to the best of our ability, that no clinician or employee is subjected to slavery or human trafficking.

Supply chains

We thoroughly vet supply chains to minimise slavery risks. Suppliers are expected to comply with our standards, and we aim to include anti-slavery clauses in supplier contracts.

We maintain traceability across all goods and services we procure.

Recruitment

For clients and candidates:
Our recruitment team uses only approved, reputable recruitment agencies. We conduct due diligence including:

  • Background checks
  • Reputation reviews
  • Verifying work eligibility documents

Approved agencies are reviewed annually.

Internal recruitment:
All employees must have written contracts, legal right to work in the UK, and no recruitment fees paid. We check addresses for signs of exploitation, and provide clear information on statutory rights.

If we suspect exploitation during recruitment, we act immediately following our reporting procedures.

 

Identifying slavery

Warning signs of potential slavery or trafficking include:

  • Lack of personal identification documents
  • Someone else speaking on their behalf
  • Being dropped off and collected from work
  • Withdrawn or fearful behaviour
  • Limited social interaction

Spotting several indicators together may suggest exploitation. If in doubt, report it.

 

Reporting slavery

If someone is in immediate danger, dial 999. Otherwise, raise concerns confidentially with one of our Directors who will decide the appropriate course of action.

Victims may not always want help, so sensitivity is critical when reporting concerns.

 

Training

We provide training to all staff involved in managing recruitment, clients, candidates and supply chains to ensure they can recognise and respond to risks.

 

Monitoring our procedures

We review our Modern Slavery Policy annually to ensure compliance with legislation and best practice.

Updates will be made where necessary to strengthen our approach to safeguarding workers against exploitation.