Gem Quality Care is fully committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of slavery, servitude, forced labour, or exploitation.
We are dedicated to acting ethically and with integrity in all our operations. We strive to ensure that modern slavery does not take place within our organisation or any companies or individuals we work with. This includes monitoring our internal practices as well as evaluating our suppliers and partners to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Gem Quality Care provides health and social care services across the UK. As a care provider, we have a duty of care not only to our service users but also to our staff, contractors, and partners. We are committed to fair treatment, equal opportunities, and transparent working conditions for everyone involved in our operations.
To support our commitment, we have implemented the following measures:
Recruitment Practices: We conduct rigorous pre-employment checks, including right-to-work verification, references, and DBS checks.
Supplier Due Diligence: We evaluate suppliers and third-party partners to ensure they comply with ethical standards and legal obligations regarding labour practices.
Training and Awareness: Our staff receive training on recognising and reporting signs of modern slavery, especially within care settings.
Whistleblowing Policy: We encourage all staff to report concerns, including those related to potential modern slavery or exploitation, without fear of reprisal.
We regularly review our policies and procedures to ensure they remain effective in preventing modern slavery and reflect any updates in legislation or best practice. We are committed to continuous improvement and transparency in how we tackle these serious issues.
This statement is made in accordance with Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes our slavery and human trafficking statement for the current financial year.
