Protecting our workforce

Individual employers will have their own procedures in place for protecting employees. But there are two policies that every employer will adhere to. 

Modern slavery 

Modern slavery encompasses human trafficking and slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour. 

It's not acceptable and not tolerated and you should report it immediately. 

Report any suspicions of modern slavery. 

Identify victims of modern slavery.

Whistleblowing 

Whistleblowing is the term used to describe the disclosure of information about suspected wrongdoing or dangers identified at work. Some examples of whistleblowing concerns include: 

• Any criminal offence (such as fraud or theft) 
• Any breach of a legal obligation or duty 
• A miscarriage of justice 
• A danger to the health and safety of any individual 
• Dangers to the environment 
• Deliberate concealment of information tending to show any of the above five matters 

Find out more about whistleblowing and how you can raise a concern