Quicklaunch Ltd. (referred to as “Quicklaunch”) is a company registered in England and Wales (Company No. 13684905). We Are Northwest is a trading style of Quicklaunch Ltd. Modern slavery is a crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. It takes various forms, such as slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labor, and human trafficking, all of which involve the deprivation of a person’s liberty for exploitation. Quicklaunch has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. This policy outlines our commitment to implementing systems and controls to ensure modern slavery does not take place in our business or supply chains.

Our Commitment
Quicklaunch Ltd. is committed to ensuring transparency and ethical standards across our business and supply chains, in line with the Modern Slavery Act 2015. We expect the same high standards from our suppliers, contractors, freelancers, and other partners, requiring them to prevent forced labor and exploitation in their operations.

Scope
This policy applies to all individuals working for us or on our behalf, including employees at all levels, directors, freelancers, contractors, and business partners.

Employees

  • We comply with UK employment laws to ensure that all employees are treated fairly, paid appropriately, and work under legal and freely chosen conditions.
  • All employees are encouraged to report unethical practices or concerns related to forced labor or exploitation.
  • Training on this policy is provided to employees during their induction and is reinforced as necessary.

Suppliers and Third-Party Partners

  • We require all suppliers and partners to comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, ensuring they do not engage in any form of forced or trafficked labor.
  • Suppliers are expected to communicate these standards to their own suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Although we are a small business, we reserve the right to assess the compliance of our suppliers and terminate relationships where violations of this policy are identified.

Responsibility for the Policy
The directors of Quicklaunch Ltd. have overall responsibility for ensuring the effectiveness of this policy and that all employees and partners comply with it. Day-to-day responsibility for implementing and monitoring the policy lies with company management.

Compliance and Reporting

  • All employees, suppliers, and partners are required to read, understand, and comply with this policy.
  • Employees are encouraged to raise concerns about any instance of modern slavery within Quicklaunch Ltd. or its supply chains. Concerns should be reported directly to management or in accordance with the company’s whistleblowing procedures.
  • Reports will be taken seriously, and no one will suffer detrimental treatment for reporting in good faith.
  • If any employee or partner believes they have suffered retaliation for raising concerns, they should notify management immediately.

Support for Suppliers
Where appropriate, Quicklaunch Ltd. will provide support and guidance to suppliers to help them address any coercive or exploitative labor practices. However, failure to comply with this policy may result in termination of contracts.

Communication and Awareness
This policy will be communicated to all new and existing employees, suppliers, and business partners. Our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery will be reinforced at the start of business relationships and as needed during ongoing partnerships.

Breaches of the Policy
Any employee found to be in breach of this policy may face disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Suppliers or partners in breach may have their contracts terminated.

Review
This policy will be reviewed annually by the directors of Quicklaunch Ltd. to ensure it remains relevant and effective in addressing modern slavery.