Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

Pauley Ltd
Last reviewed: 04/01/26

1. Policy Statement

Pauley Ltd is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to take a robust approach to identifying and mitigating the risk of modern slavery and to act ethically and with integrity in all business relationships.

This policy is made pursuant to the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and reflects our commitment to conducting business responsibly and transparently.

2. Our Business

Pauley Ltd is a family-owned construction company operating from Milton Keynes, delivering refurbishment, restoration, extension, and new build projects across Buckinghamshire and the surrounding counties.

We employ direct labour and work with subcontractors and suppliers who support our commitment to fair, lawful, and ethical working practices.

3. Our Commitment

Pauley Ltd will not tolerate any form of modern slavery, forced labour, or human trafficking within our operations or supply chain. We are committed to:

  • Treating all workers with dignity and respect

  • Complying with employment legislation and minimum wage requirements

  • Ensuring working hours and conditions are lawful and fair

4. Supply Chain and Due Diligence

We take steps to ensure that our subcontractors and suppliers operate ethically and in compliance with relevant legislation. This includes:

  • Working with established and reputable suppliers

  • Expecting subcontractors to comply with employment laws and industry standards

  • Reserving the right to terminate relationships where breaches are identified

Given the nature and location of our work, we consider the risk of modern slavery within our supply chain to be low, but we remain vigilant.

5. Responsibilities

Responsibility for this policy sits with the Managing Director, who has overall accountability for ensuring compliance.

All employees are expected to:

  • Act in accordance with this policy

  • Raise concerns where unethical practices are suspected

6. Reporting Concerns

Any concerns relating to modern slavery or human trafficking should be reported to company management. All reports will be taken seriously and investigated appropriately.

7. Review

This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary to reflect changes in legislation or business operations.