Introduction

At Beings, we are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all our business operations. We recognise that modern slavery, in its various forms, is a global issue that requires collective action. This policy outlines our commitment to preventing and addressing modern slavery within our own operations and supply chains.

Scope

This policy applies to all activities undertaken by Beings, including but not limited to:

• The development and maintenance of the Beings website and associated platforms.
• The procurement of goods and services.
• The engagement with suppliers, contractors, and business partners.

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

• Complying with all relevant laws and regulations relating to modern slavery in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
• Identifying and assessing the risks of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains.
• Taking appropriate measures to mitigate and manage these risks.
• Raising awareness of modern slavery among our employees, suppliers, and business partners.
• Providing training and support to our employees to help them identify and report any concerns related to modern slavery.
• Regularly reviewing and updating this policy to ensure its effectiveness.

Due Diligence

We will conduct due diligence on our suppliers and business partners to assess their commitment to preventing modern slavery. This may include:

• Requiring suppliers to comply with our Modern Slavery Policy.
• Conducting audits and site visits.
• Monitoring suppliers’ performance and taking appropriate action in case of non-compliance.

Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, suppliers, and business partners to report any concerns related to modern slavery. We have a whistleblowing policy in place that protects the identity of whistleblowers and ensures that their concerns are investigated promptly and thoroughly.

Training and Awareness

We will provide regular training and awareness-raising activities to our employees to help them understand modern slavery and their role in preventing it.

Review

This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary to ensure its ongoing effectiveness.

Approval

This policy has been approved by the Beings Board of Directors.

Date: 5th April 2024

Name: Dave Johnstone

Title: Director