This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps Parker Russell (“the Firm”) has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, child labour, and human trafficking within its business operations and supply chains.
The Firm recognises that modern slavery is a serious violation of human rights and remains a significant global issue affecting many industries and jurisdictions. As a responsible legal and professional services organisation, Parker Russell is committed to acting ethically, transparently, and with integrity in all aspects of its business and professional relationships.
This Statement reflects our commitment to protecting human rights and supporting the principles contained within:
Parker Russell adopts a zero-tolerance approach to:
We are committed to:
The Firm expects all employees, suppliers, consultants, contractors, agents, and business partners to uphold the same standards.
Parker Russell is a legal and professional services firm providing legal, advisory, consultancy, and related professional services throughout the United Kingdom and internationally through its professional network.
Our operations primarily consist of:
While our sector is generally considered lower risk than manufacturing or construction industries, we recognise that modern slavery risks may arise within our supply chains and outsourced service arrangements.
The Managing Partner has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with this Statement and overseeing the Firm’s approach to modern slavery risk management.
Day-to-day responsibility is delegated to the Compliance Officer, who shall:
All employees have a responsibility to identify and report concerns relating to modern slavery.
The Firm’s commitment to preventing modern slavery is supported by a range of policies and procedures, including:
These policies collectively support ethical business conduct and help mitigate modern slavery risks.
Parker Russell is committed to ensuring that all employees are treated fairly, lawfully, and with dignity.
The Firm:
The Firm does not knowingly engage with any organisation involved in exploitative employment practices.
Although the Firm’s supply chain is relatively limited compared with many sectors, we recognise that risks may arise through:
The Firm expects suppliers to:
Suppliers may be required to provide evidence of compliance where appropriate.
The Firm adopts a risk-based approach to identifying modern slavery risks.
Risk assessments may consider:
Operations or suppliers located in jurisdictions with elevated human rights concerns.
Industries known to have increased exposure to labour exploitation.
Third parties providing labour-intensive services.
Projects involving complex subcontracting arrangements.
Adverse media reports or allegations concerning suppliers.
Risk assessments are reviewed periodically and updated where necessary.
The Firm undertakes proportionate due diligence before engaging certain suppliers and business partners.
Due diligence may include:
Enhanced due diligence may be conducted where higher risks are identified.
The Firm encourages employees, suppliers, contractors, clients, and other stakeholders to report concerns regarding actual or suspected modern slavery.
Reports may be made through:
All concerns will be treated seriously and investigated appropriately.
The Firm prohibits retaliation against any person who raises concerns in good faith.
Individuals reporting concerns shall be protected from:
Any retaliation may result in disciplinary action.
The Firm provides training and awareness programmes designed to:
Training may be provided:
The Firm monitors the effectiveness of its modern slavery controls through:
Key indicators may include:
Parker Russell is committed to continuously improving its approach to identifying and mitigating modern slavery risks.
The Firm will:
This Statement has been approved by the Managing Partner on behalf of Parker Russell and will be reviewed annually.
