Modern Slavery Policy Template UK
Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy Template (UK)
Approx. 6 pages · 11 sectionsBranded PDF + editable WordLast reviewed:
What is a modern slavery & human trafficking policy and who needs one?
A modern slavery policy explains how your business prevents slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in its own operations and supply chain. Public-sector buyers ask suppliers of every size for one. Separately, organisations with £36m+ turnover must publish an annual statement under section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
UK buyers increasingly assess modern slavery risk in their supply chains. This template covers your zero-tolerance commitment, due diligence, supplier expectations, training and reporting. Businesses with turnover of £36m+ also need an annual statement under section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Why buyers ask for this
Government guidance expects buyers to assess modern slavery risk in their supply chains, so a modern slavery policy is commonly asked for, even from small suppliers well below the £36m annual statement threshold.
Who needs it
Suppliers to the public sector at any size. Organisations with turnover of £36m or more must also publish an annual slavery and human trafficking statement under s.54 Modern Slavery Act 2015 (the policy supports, but is not the same as, that statement).
Where it comes up in a PQQ, SQ or PSQ
Under the Procurement Act 2023, supplier selection uses the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) plus each buyer's own conditions of participation and quality questions. Typical questions this policy supports:
- Mandatory exclusion questions on slavery and human trafficking offences (Procurement Act 2023, Schedule 6)
- "If you are subject to s.54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, provide a link to your statement"
- "Describe the steps you take to identify and manage modern slavery risk in your supply chain"
- Requests for your modern slavery policy and staff training arrangements
- – Frequently requested in selection questionnaires
- – Reflects government guidance on tackling modern slavery in public supply chains
- – Large suppliers may be asked for their s.54 statement
What's inside
The full modern slavery & human trafficking policy runs to about 6 pages (including the branded cover and document control page) across 11 sections:
- Introduction
- Our Business and Supply Chain
- Governance and Responsibility
- Policies Supporting our Approach
- Risk Assessment
- Recruitment & Employment (the Company’s own workforce)
- Suppliers, Contractors and Labour Providers
- Training and Awareness
- Reporting Concerns
- Measuring Effectiveness
- Review and Approval
Key points covered
- Zero-tolerance commitment
- Scope (staff, agency workers, suppliers)
- Risk assessment of operations and supply chain
- Supplier due diligence and contract clauses
- Recruitment checks (right to work, no fees charged to workers)
- Training and awareness
- Reporting concerns and the Modern Slavery Helpline
- Responsibilities and review
Every document carries your logo, company name, version number, approval signatory and next review date, in branded PDF plus editable Word.
UK legislation, standards and guidance it references
- Modern Slavery Act 2015
- Modern Slavery Act 2015 s.54 (annual statement at £36m+ turnover)
- Home Office statutory guidance: Transparency in supply chains (updated March 2025)
- PPN 009: Tackling modern slavery in government supply chains (replaced PPN 02/23 from 24 Feb 2025)
- Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 (right to work)
Excerpt preview
[Your Company Ltd] (“the Company”) is a UK-based company specialising in procurement, supply-chain management and coordination of services such as waste recycling and associated trades for public and private sector customers. We recognise that our activities and supply chains, particularly in construction, waste and labour-intensive services, can carry a heightened risk of modern slavery and human trafficking. The…
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How to adapt it
- Read every section and remove anything that doesn’t reflect how your organisation actually works.
- Complete the bracketed [ADAPT] prompts with your own arrangements, people and data.
- Have the policy approved and signed by a director or equivalent, and communicate it to staff.
- Keep evidence that you follow it, and review it by the date shown.
Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy FAQs
Is a modern slavery policy the same as a modern slavery statement?
No. A statement under s.54 is an annual public report required for organisations with £36m+ turnover. A policy sets out how you prevent modern slavery and is commonly requested from suppliers of any size.
Do I need one if my turnover is under £36m?
There is no legal duty to publish a statement below £36m, but many public-sector buyers still ask suppliers for a policy.
What does modern slavery due diligence look like for an SME?
Typically: map your main suppliers, flag higher-risk sectors and countries, include anti-slavery clauses in contracts, check agency and recruitment practices, and train staff to recognise and report concerns. The policy sets out each step.
How much does the Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy template cost?
£19.99 per policy, or £199 for all 39 policies. It is a one-off payment with no subscription, and you download branded PDF and editable Word files straight away.
Free guides
- Which policies do UK public-sector tenders ask for?
- Modern slavery statement vs policy for tenders
- Procurement Act 2023: what suppliers and SMEs need to know
General information, not legal advice. Requirements differ between buyers and change over time; always check the tender documents.