Nationwide Energy Consultants Utilities Ltd has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation of any kind.
Nationwide Energy Consultants Utilities Ltd is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly and with integrity.
We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, compulsory labour, servitude and exploitation of any kind.
We are committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not take place within our business or, as far as reasonably practicable, within our supply chains, supplier relationships, introducer arrangements, partnerships or third-party services.
This policy applies to all employees, directors, consultants, contractors, agents, introducers, referral partners, suppliers and any other person or organisation acting for or on behalf of Nationwide Energy Consultants Utilities Ltd.
The purpose of this policy is to:
Modern slavery is a serious crime and a violation of human rights. It can take many forms, including slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour and human trafficking.
Modern slavery may involve a person being exploited and unable to leave because of threats, coercion, deception, abuse of power, debt, violence or control over their personal documents or freedom.
Examples may include:
Nationwide Energy Consultants Utilities Ltd is a UK-based business utility consultancy and brokerage.
We assist business customers with electricity, gas, water, merchant services, telecoms and related services. This may include obtaining prices, arranging new contracts, assisting with renewals, supporting change of tenancy matters, helping with supplier queries, reviewing billing issues and liaising with suppliers on behalf of customers.
Our direct business operations are office-based and professional services-led. We do not operate in high-risk manufacturing, agriculture, construction labour supply or overseas production. However, we recognise that modern slavery risks can arise in supply chains, contractor relationships and third-party services.
The risk of modern slavery within our direct workforce is considered low, but we remain alert to potential risks within wider supply chains and third-party services.
Potential risk areas may include:
We expect all suppliers, contractors, consultants, introducers, referral partners and other third parties to act ethically and comply with all applicable laws relating to employment, human rights and modern slavery.
We expect third parties to:
Where appropriate, we may ask suppliers or third parties to confirm their commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking.
All employees and associated persons must:
Employees must not knowingly support, assist or ignore any form of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking or exploitation.
Employees should be alert to possible warning signs, including where a person:
These signs do not automatically prove modern slavery, but they should be treated seriously and reported.
Nationwide Energy is committed to fair and lawful employment practices.
We will seek to ensure that:
Where appropriate and proportionate, we may carry out checks on suppliers, contractors or third parties before working with them.
These checks may include:
The level of due diligence will depend on the risk presented by the supplier, service or relationship.
Anyone who suspects modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour or exploitation must report it as soon as possible.
Concerns should be reported to a director or senior manager.
Reports may relate to:
Reports will be treated seriously and, where possible, confidentially.
Nationwide Energy will not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern in good faith.
Where a concern is raised, Nationwide Energy will consider the appropriate response based on the nature and seriousness of the issue.
This may include:
If there is an immediate risk of harm, the matter should be reported to the police or appropriate emergency services.
Nationwide Energy will communicate this policy to relevant employees and, where appropriate, suppliers and third parties.
Training or guidance may be provided to employees who are more likely to deal with supplier relationships, customer sites, procurement, contractors or third-party partners.
Employees should understand:
A breach of this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.
For suppliers, contractors, introducers, referral partners or other third parties, a breach may result in termination of the business relationship.
Serious concerns may also be reported to the police, regulators or other relevant authorities.
Nationwide Energy will review this policy periodically to ensure it remains appropriate and effective.
As part of this review, we may consider:
This policy should be reviewed at least every 12 months, or sooner if there is a material change in the business, law or risk profile.
Any questions about this policy should be referred to a director or senior manager.
Where there is uncertainty, employees should seek guidance before continuing with any supplier, contractor, customer or third-party arrangement that may present a modern slavery risk.
Approved by Nationwide Energy Consultants Utilities Ltd (Company Number 04273703) · Policy Owner: Directors / Senior Management · Effective 22 May 2026 · Next review 22 May 2028.