Anti-Slavery Policy

Citywide Drinks

Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

Citywide Drinks is committed to conducting business responsibly and ethically. We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking, and we are committed to ensuring that these practices have no place within our business or supply chains.

This policy sets out the principles and actions Citywide Drinks takes in line with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and reflects our commitment to fair treatment, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Scope

This policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Citywide Drinks, including employees, directors, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and business partners. We expect all third parties we work with to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery and to uphold similar standards within their own operations.

Our Commitment

Citywide Drinks is committed to:

Preventing any form of modern slavery, forced labour, or human trafficking within our business and supply chains.
Operating with integrity and transparency in all commercial relationships.
Establishing and maintaining appropriate controls to identify and reduce the risk of modern slavery.
Working with suppliers and partners who demonstrate ethical practices and compliance with applicable laws.
Promoting awareness and responsibility across our organisation.

Due Diligence and Risk Management

Citywide Drinks takes a risk-based approach to identifying and addressing modern slavery risks. Our due diligence processes may include:

Assessing areas of our operations and supply chains where risks may be higher.
Reviewing suppliers and partners based on their ethical standards, reputation, and compliance with legal obligations.
Including contractual requirements that require suppliers and partners to comply with applicable anti-slavery legislation.
Taking reasonable steps to monitor and review supplier practices where appropriate.

Reporting Concerns

We encourage anyone working for, with, or on behalf of Citywide Drinks to raise concerns if they suspect any form of modern slavery or unethical behaviour. Concerns can be reported confidentially, and we are committed to ensuring that individuals who raise issues in good faith are protected from retaliation.

Remedial Action

If Citywide Drinks identifies or becomes aware of any instance of modern slavery within our operations or supply chains, we will take appropriate and proportionate action. This may include engaging with the supplier to address the issue, implementing corrective measures, or ending the business relationship where necessary. Where appropriate, matters may be reported to relevant authorities.

Training and Awareness

We recognise the importance of awareness in preventing modern slavery. Citywide Drinks will provide guidance and information to relevant team members to help them understand the risks of modern slavery and how to identify and report potential concerns.

Monitoring and Review

This policy will be reviewed regularly to ensure it remains effective and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. We will continue to assess our approach as our business grows and evolves.

Communication

This policy is available to employees, suppliers, and partners and is published on the Citywide Drinks website. Any updates will be communicated where appropriate.

Contact

If you have any questions about this policy or Citywide Drinks’ approach to preventing modern slavery, don't hesitate to get in touch with us through our website.