Modern Slavery Document
Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Statement
Introduction
This statement is made in accordance with the Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (MSA 2015).
Modern slavery is the illegal exploitation of people for personal or commercial gain, often in horrendous conditions, which the victim cannot escape. Businesses have a key part to play in the effort to tackle this crime and protect vulnerable
workers from exploitation.
This statement sets out Car Planet Ltd actions to understand all potential modern slavery risks related to its business and to put in place steps that are aimed at ensuring that there is no slavery or human trafficking in its own business and its supply chains. This statement relates to actions and activities during January 2024 for review January 2025.
The organisation is absolutely committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking.
Business organisation, structure and supply chains This statement covers the activities of Car Planet Ltd.
The organisation currently operates in the UK only.
Car Planet Ltd is a car dealership and operates from Ilford London. Its principle activity is the sale of used vehicles and also the arrangement of finance to enable customers to buy vehicles. Car Planet Ltd employs over 5 employees directly and also works with a variety of suppliers that support our operations.
Responsibility
Responsibility for the organisation’s anti-slavery initiatives is by the office manager, overseen by the Executive sale manger. Ultimate responsibility rests with the Director.
Relevant policies The organisation operates various policies that reflect its approach to the identification of modern slavery risks and steps
to be taken to prevent slavery and human trafficking in its operations:
• Whistle blowing policy
The organisation encourages all its workers, customers and other business partners to report any concerns related to the direct activities, or the supply chains of, the organisation. The Whistle blowing policy encourages staff to report any wrongdoing which extends to human rights violations like modern slavery. The organisation’s makes clear to employees the actions and behaviour expected of them when representing the organisation. The organisation strives to maintain the highest standards of employee conduct and ethical behaviour.
• Recruitment/agency workers policy
We operate eligibility to work in the UK checks for all employees to safeguard them against human trafficking or individuals being forced to work against their will. The organisation uses only reputable employment agencies to source labour.
Supplier adherence to our values
Car Planet Ltd has a zero tolerance policy to slavery and human trafficking and we expect our suppliers to operate in the same values and comply with their legal obligations. We will require and seek confirmation from our suppliers that no part of their business operations contradicts this policy. Serious violations will lead to the termination of the business
relationship.
Due diligence
Our due diligence to date has not identified any instances or indications that either slavery or human trafficking occurs in our supply chain.
Performance indicators
We will take the following steps to ensure that slavery, forced labour or human trafficking are not taking place by:
• Raising awareness of this statement across Car Planet Ltd;
• Introducing new colleagues joining Car Planet Ltd to the statement as part of their induction;
• Maintaining a register of all concerns raised and the actions taken pertaining to slavery, forced labour or human trafficking either within our own business or within our supply chains.
Training & awareness
Training and all relevant procedures will be included in our induction process in the coming months which is ongoing for all employees. A programme to ensure all existing staff access this training in addition to the new starters will be induction
program. The organisation has taken steps to make staff aware of what external help is available, for example the Modern Slavery Helpline, Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority.
Director Approval
This statement was approved on 25 th January 2024 by the organisation’s Director. It will be reviewed annually.
Director’s Signature:
Director’s Name:
Muhammad Waheed Director
