Modern Slavery Act

At Meraki Talent, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct in all aspects of our operations. We recognize the importance of combating modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms, and we are dedicated to ensuring that our business practices reflect our values of integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. To this end, we have established the following Modern Slavery Code of Conduct:

1. Withholding of Worker Identity Documents: Meraki Talent strictly prohibits the withholding of worker identity documents by any party involved in our recruitment process. We recognize that the withholding of such documents is a form of coercion and exploitation, and we will not tolerate any actions that infringe upon the rights and dignity of our workers.
2. Compliance with UK Labour Laws: Meraki Talent is committed to working exclusively with recruiters and partners who comply with all relevant UK labour laws and regulations. We conduct thorough due diligence to ensure that our recruitment partners uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and adhere to all legal requirements pertaining to worker rights, wages, working conditions, and other relevant factors.
3. Detailed Employment Contracts: Meraki Talent provides all of our workers with comprehensive and detailed employment contracts that clearly outline their rights, responsibilities, and terms of employment. These contracts are designed to ensure transparency and clarity, and they are provided to workers in a language and format that is easily understandable.
4. Cancellation of Contracts with No Financial Penalty: We understand that circumstances may change, and workers may need to cancel their contracts for various reasons. Therefore, Meraki Talent guarantees that workers have the right to cancel their contracts without facing any financial penalties or repercussions. We believe that workers should have the freedom to make informed decisions about their employment without fear of coercion or financial burden.
5. Training and Awareness: Meraki Talent is committed to raising awareness and providing training to our employees, partners, and stakeholders on issues related to modern slavery and human trafficking. We believe that education is key to preventing exploitation and ensuring that everyone involved in our operations understands their responsibilities in upholding ethical standards.
6. Reporting Mechanisms: Meraki Talent provides multiple channels for reporting any concerns or suspicions regarding modern slavery or human trafficking within our supply chain or operations. We encourage employees, partners, and stakeholders to report any potential violations so that appropriate action can be taken promptly.
7. Continuous Improvement: Meraki Talent is dedicated to continuously reviewing and improving our policies, procedures, and practices related to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. We regularly assess the effectiveness of our efforts and seek feedback from stakeholders to identify areas for enhancement.

By adhering to this Modern Slavery Code of Conduct, Meraki Talent reaffirms our commitment to combatting modern slavery and human trafficking and to upholding the rights and dignity of all individuals involved in our operations. We pledge to conduct our business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights, and we invite our employees, partners, and stakeholders to join us in this important endeavour.