Modern Slavery Statement

Our business & supply chain

Ore Technologies Ltd is a UK-based digital transformation and technology innovation company providing IT project & programme management, digital platform development, and emerging technology solutions (e.g., IoT, sustainable tech). We operate predominantly in the UK with a mix of remote and on-site delivery, and procure software, cloud services, IT hardware, professional services, e-commerce/print-on-demand and product development components domestically and internationally.

Our commitments

• No forced, bonded, trafficked or prison labour; all work is voluntary.
• Freedom to terminate employment with reasonable notice; freedom of movement.
• Respect for freedom of association and collective bargaining without reprisal.
• Strict prohibition of child labour; age verification aligned to law and ILO standards.
• No discrimination, harassment, intimidation or threat of violence.
• No worker-paid recruitment fees; employers bear recruitment costs.
• No compulsory overtime; overtime must be voluntary and fairly compensated.
• No confiscation of original identity documents; workers retain personal papers.

Adherence to laws & worker rights

We and our suppliers must comply with applicable local, national and international laws on employment, immigration, health & safety, data protection and human rights. Contract terms require compliance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and equivalent standards where suppliers operate.

Responsible purchasing practices

We recognise purchasing behaviour can affect working conditions. We will avoid aggressive pricing that ignores sustainable costs; short lead times or late high-volume orders; inaccurate forecasting; late/extended payments; last-minute contract withdrawals; unfair penalties after late changes; and unclear technical specifications. We commit to fair payment terms (aim: ≤30 days), realistic timelines and accurate specifications, and we invite suppliers to flag risks early without penalty.

Due diligence & supplier management

• Supplier Code of Conduct: Mandatory adherence covering labour, wages, H&S, environment and business integrity.
• Risk assessment: Screening by geography, sector and service criticality; enhanced checks for higher-risk tiers.
• Contractual controls: Anti-slavery clauses, audit/termination rights, and obligations to cascade standards downstream.
• Monitoring: Self-assessments, evidence reviews and targeted audits; corrective action plans where needed.

Training & awareness

Annual training is mandatory for procurement, HR and delivery leads; company-wide awareness is refreshed yearly. Supplier-facing guidance explains our expectations, reporting routes and purchasing standards.

Reporting, remedy & whistleblowing

Concerns can be raised confidentially (and, where available, anonymously) by employees, contractors and suppliers. All allegations are investigated promptly, with escalation to authorities where appropriate. We will support victims’ access to remedy, compensation and justice via competent bodies and NGOs and ensure no retaliation for good-faith reports.

Measuring effectiveness (KPIs)

• 50% Tier-1 suppliers signed to the Supplier Code of Conduct (target: 100%).
• 50% new suppliers risk-screened prior to onboarding (target: 100%).
• 100% procurement/HR staff trained annually (target: 100%).
• 100% supplier contracts with anti-slavery clauses (target: 100%).
• Average supplier payment period (target: ≤30 days).
• Incidents reported, resolved within set timeframes, and corrective actions completed.

12-month improvement plan (2025/26)

1. Roll out Supplier Code of Conduct and risk screening to 100% of new and existing tier-1 suppliers.
2. Pilot targeted audits for higher-risk categories and geographies.
3. Strengthen whistleblowing options and external remedy pathways.
4. Quarterly review of purchasing practices with supplier feedback.
5. Publish annual statement update; report KPI performance to the Board quarterly.

Approval & contact

Approved by the Board of Directors of Ore Technologies Ltd.
Signed: David Alafifuni, Director
Date: 18 October 2024

Contact: info@oretechnologies.co.uk ·
Website: oretechnologies.co.uk