Modern Slavery Statement
This is the Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement of Starry Night Mattresses, a company specialising in the sale of high-quality mattresses. We are committed to conducting our business ethically and responsibly, with a strong focus on upholding human rights and eradicating all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. This statement outlines our commitment to combating these heinous crimes and the steps we take to ensure compliance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Starry Night Mattresses believes that all individuals, regardless of their background or nationality, should be treated with respect, dignity, and fairness. We are determined to prevent and eliminate any instances of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and child labour in any aspect of our business. We are dedicated to promoting transparency, accountability, and responsible business practices to safeguard the rights of all individuals involved in our operations, both internally and throughout our supply chain.
We have established comprehensive policies and procedures to actively address and mitigate the risk of slavery and human trafficking in our organisation. These policies are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect current best practices, and they cover the following areas:
Employment Practices: We adhere to strict recruitment and employment practices, ensuring that all our employees are provided with fair wages, safe working conditions, and the right to work voluntarily.
Supply Chain Management: We conduct thorough due diligence when selecting and engaging with suppliers and partners. We expect our suppliers to uphold the same principles and comply with all applicable labour laws and regulations.
Training and Awareness: We provide regular training to our employees and key stakeholders on identifying and reporting any potential cases of modern slavery and human trafficking. We aim to raise awareness and ensure a collective effort in combating these crimes.
We recognise that our supply chain is an integral part of our business, and we are committed to working collaboratively with our suppliers to maintain high ethical standards. As part of our supply chain compliance efforts, we will:
Identify and assess risks: We will assess the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking in our supply chain and prioritise actions accordingly.
Engage with suppliers: We will communicate our expectations regarding ethical practices and request their commitment to comply with the UK Modern Slavery Act.
Audit and Monitor: We will conduct periodic audits and site visits to assess supplier compliance with our standards and identify areas for improvement.
Remediation: If any supplier is found to violate our policies or the Modern Slavery Act, we will work with them to implement corrective measures and provide support to address these issues effectively.
Starry Night Mattresses stands firm in its commitment to preventing and eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking. We believe that through collaborative efforts, responsible business practices, and a zero-tolerance approach, we can make a significant impact in creating a world free from these deplorable crimes. We will continue to review and improve our efforts, ensuring that our business remains an advocate for human rights and an example of ethical conduct within the industry.