Introduction and Commitment
North West Energy Grants Ltd has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. The organisation is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all its business dealings and relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking are not taking place anywhere in its own business or in any of its supply chains.
Organisational Structure and Business
North West Energy Grants Ltd is dedicated to facilitating and administering energy efficiency grants within the North West region. The organisation’s operations are primarily based within the United Kingdom.
Our Policies on Slavery and Human Trafficking
North West Energy Grants Ltd is committed to ensuring that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in any part of its business. The organisation acts with integrity and transparency in all its dealings and implements effective systems and controls to safeguard against any form of forced labour, servitude, or exploitation. This commitment is embedded within the organisation’s core values and informs its operational practices.
Due Diligence Processes for Slavery and Human Trafficking
North West Energy Grants Ltd undertakes due diligence when considering new suppliers and regularly reviews its existing suppliers. This due diligence includes assessing their potential exposure to modern slavery and human trafficking. The organisation’s processes may include:
- Supplier Verification: Assessing potential suppliers to understand their own policies and procedures regarding modern slavery and human trafficking.
- Contractual Obligations: Including clauses in supplier contracts that explicitly prohibit the use of forced, compulsory, or trafficked labour.
- Risk Assessment: Identifying and assessing potential risk areas within its supply chains.
- Ongoing Monitoring: Regularly reviewing supplier compliance and seeking assurances regarding their ethical labour practices.
- Risk Assessment and Management
North West Energy Grants Ltd acknowledges that certain sectors and geographical locations may present a higher risk of modern slavery. The organisation is committed to understanding and addressing these risks within its operations and supply chains. This involves:
- Identifying High-Risk Areas: Analysing its supply chains to pinpoint areas where the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking may be elevated.
- Implementing Mitigation Strategies: Developing and implementing strategies to minimise the risk of modern slavery occurring within these identified areas.
- Continuous Review: Regularly reassessing its risk assessment and management processes to ensure their ongoing effectiveness.
Training
To ensure a high level of understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in its supply chains and its business, North West Energy Grants Ltd provides relevant training to its employees. This training aims to enable employees to:
- Understand the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
- Recognise the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking.
- Know how to report any concerns or suspicions.
- Understand the organisation’s policies and procedures related to modern slavery.
Reporting Concerns
North West Energy Grants Ltd encourages all employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any concerns they may have regarding potential instances of modern slavery or human trafficking. The organisation has established clear channels for reporting such concerns, and it is committed to ensuring that individuals who raise concerns are protected from any form of retaliation.
Effectiveness of Steps Taken
North West Energy Grants Ltd is committed to regularly reviewing the effectiveness of the steps it has taken to ensure that there is no slavery or human trafficking in its business and supply chains. This includes monitoring the implementation of its policies, assessing the outcomes of its due diligence processes, and adapting its approach as necessary to achieve its zero-tolerance objective.
This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes North West Energy Grants Ltd’s slavery and human trafficking statement for the current financial year.
Dated: 14/10/2025
North West Energy Grants Ltd Company No. (13497745)
