Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Financial Year Ending: April 2026

1. Introduction

This statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps that ABR Grace Solutions has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our business or supply chains.

Modern slavery is a crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. It takes various forms, including slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, and human trafficking, all of which have in common the deprivation of a person’s liberty by another in order to exploit them for personal or commercial gain.

We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place anywhere within our business or in any of our supply chains.

2. About Our Organisation

ABR Grace Solutions is a domiciliary care agency registered in England and Wales under company number 14180202, with its registered office at Suite 11, Malmarc House, 116 Dewsbury Rd, Leeds. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) under provider ID 1-14796517463.

We provide home care and support services to individuals in their own homes, including personal care, companionship, medication support, meal preparation, and other domiciliary care services. Our workforce comprises directly employed care workers, office-based staff, and management personnel.

3. Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains include, but are not limited to:

• Recruitment of care workers, support staff and management personnel (both directly and, where necessary, through recruitment agencies);
• Provision of training and professional development services;
• Procurement of personal protective equipment (PPE) and care consumables;
• IT systems, software and telecommunications providers;
• Uniform and workwear suppliers;
• Facilities management, office supplies and cleaning services;
• Professional services, including legal, accountancy, payroll and insurance;
• Transport and vehicle services.

We recognise that, as a domiciliary care provider, our sector can be particularly vulnerable to modern slavery risks, especially in relation to the recruitment and employment of care workers. We are vigilant in addressing these risks.

4. Our Policies in Relation to Modern Slavery

We have implemented and maintain the following policies and procedures that are relevant to countering modern slavery and human trafficking:

4.1 Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

We operate a dedicated Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy that sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery in all its forms. This policy applies to all persons working for us or on our behalf in any capacity, including employees, workers, agency staff, volunteers, contractors, consultants and suppliers.

4.2 Recruitment and Employment Practices

We operate robust recruitment procedures that include:

• Verifying the identity and right to work in the UK of all candidates, in accordance with Home Office guidance;
• Conducting enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks on all care staff;
• Obtaining and verifying professional references;
• Ensuring that all employment contracts are issued in writing, clearly setting out terms and conditions, pay, working hours and entitlements;
• Paying all staff at least the National Minimum Wage / National Living Wage and ensuring timely payment;
• Never requiring workers to pay recruitment fees or surrender identity documents;
• Monitoring working hours to prevent excessive or exploitative working patterns;
• Ensuring that all workers are free to terminate their employment in accordance with their contract without penalty.

4.3 Whistleblowing Policy

We operate a Whistleblowing Policy that encourages all workers, including agency staff, contractors and suppliers, to report concerns about any aspect of our business, including any suspicion of modern slavery, without fear of retaliation or detrimental treatment. We ensure that all reports are investigated promptly and thoroughly.

4.4 Safeguarding Policy

As a CQC-registered domiciliary care agency, we maintain comprehensive safeguarding policies and procedures. Our staff are trained to recognise and report signs of abuse, neglect and exploitation, including indicators of modern slavery and human trafficking, in relation to both our workforce and the vulnerable individuals we support.

4.5 Code of Conduct and Ethics

Our Code of Conduct sets out the standards of behaviour expected of all individuals associated with ABR Grace Solutions. It makes clear that we will not tolerate any form of exploitation, forced labour, servitude or human trafficking.

4.6 Supplier and Procurement Policy

We are committed to ensuring that our suppliers and contractors share our values and commitment to combating modern slavery. We expect all suppliers to:

• Comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and all applicable laws;
• Not use, or permit the use of, forced, compulsory, trafficked or child labour;
• Ensure that workers are not required to pay recruitment fees or lodge deposits;
• Provide safe working conditions, fair terms of employment and pay at least the applicable minimum wage;
• Allow workers the freedom to terminate their employment;
• Have their own policies and procedures in place to prevent modern slavery.

We reserve the right to terminate our relationship with any supplier found to be involved in modern slavery or human trafficking, or who fails to take adequate steps to address any identified risks.

5. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

We carry out risk assessments to identify areas of our business and supply chains where there may be a risk of modern slavery. We have identified the following as areas of particular focus:

5.1 Workforce Risks

• Recruitment: We recognise that the social care sector can be vulnerable to labour exploitation, particularly where workers are recruited from overseas or through third-party agencies. We mitigate this risk by conducting thorough right-to-work checks, verifying identities and qualifications, and never using unlicensed or unregulated labour providers.
• Working conditions: We monitor working hours, rest breaks and pay to ensure that no worker is subjected to exploitative conditions. We maintain open communication channels so that staff can raise concerns freely.
• Agency workers: Where we engage temporary or agency workers, we conduct due diligence on the recruitment agency to ensure they have appropriate anti-slavery policies, are compliant with the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority (GLAA) licensing requirements (where applicable), and adhere to ethical recruitment practices.

5.2 Supply Chain Risks

• PPE and consumables: We are mindful that some products, particularly those manufactured overseas, may carry a higher risk of being produced using forced or exploitative labour. We seek to source products from reputable UK-based suppliers who can demonstrate ethical sourcing practices.
• Subcontracted services: Where we subcontract any element of our service delivery, we ensure that the subcontractor is subject to appropriate due diligence and contractual obligations regarding modern slavery.

5.3 Due Diligence Processes

Our due diligence processes include:

• Conducting risk assessments of our supply chains on an ongoing basis;
• Requiring key suppliers to confirm their compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015;
• Including anti-slavery clauses in contracts with suppliers and subcontractors;
• Reviewing the modern slavery statements (where applicable) of our key suppliers;
• Investigating any reports or indicators of modern slavery promptly and thoroughly;
• Cooperating fully with law enforcement agencies and relevant authorities in any investigation relating to modern slavery.

6. Indicators of Modern Slavery

We ensure that our staff are aware of the key indicators of modern slavery, which may include (but are not limited to):

• A person appearing to be under the control of someone else and being reluctant to interact with others;
• A person not being in possession of their own identity documents (e.g., passport, driving licence);
• A person showing signs of physical abuse, malnourishment, neglect or untreated injuries;
• A person appearing fearful, anxious, withdrawn or unable to speak freely;
• A person living in overcrowded, unsanitary or otherwise unsuitable accommodation;
• A person working excessively long hours, with little or no pay, or with unreasonable deductions from pay;
• A person being transported to and from work or other locations under supervision;
• A person showing signs of being subjected to threats, intimidation or coercion;
• A person who appears to have been recruited through false promises regarding the nature of work, pay or conditions;
• A person who has limited or no access to their earnings or bank account;
• A person who is unable to leave their workplace or living situation freely.

7. Training and Awareness

We provide training and awareness programmes to ensure that our staff understand the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking and know how to identify and report concerns. Our training programme includes:

• Induction training: All new staff receive training on modern slavery awareness as part of their induction programme, including how to recognise the signs and indicators of modern slavery and the procedures for reporting concerns.
• Ongoing training: We provide regular refresher training to all staff on modern slavery, safeguarding, and whistleblowing, ensuring that knowledge remains current and awareness remains high.
• Management training: Managers and supervisors receive enhanced training on modern slavery risk assessment, due diligence, and the management of concerns and reports.
• Safeguarding training: As part of our comprehensive safeguarding training programme (mandatory for all care staff), we include specific content on identifying and responding to modern slavery and human trafficking in relation to the vulnerable individuals we support.

We maintain records of all training delivered and monitor completion rates to ensure full compliance.

8. Reporting Concerns

We encourage all employees, workers, agency staff, contractors, suppliers and members of the public to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking.

Concerns can be reported through the following channels:

• Directly to your line manager or supervisor;
• To the Registered Manager or a member of the senior management team;
• By email: info@abrgracesolutions.co.uk
• By telephone: +44 7401 301687
• Through our Whistleblowing Policy (available to all staff).

You may also report concerns to the following external organisations:

• Modern Slavery Helpline: 08000 121 700 or www.modernslaveryhelpline.org
• Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority (GLAA): 0800 432 0804 or www.gla.gov.uk
• Police: Call 999 in an emergency or 101 for non-emergencies
• Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 (anonymous)
• Care Quality Commission (CQC): 03000 616 161 or www.cqc.org.uk
• Local Authority Safeguarding Team: Contact your local council’s adult or children’s safeguarding team

We guarantee that no person will suffer any detrimental treatment as a result of reporting in good faith their suspicion that modern slavery is or may be taking place in any part of our business or in any of our supply chains.

9. Our Performance and Key Actions

We measure our effectiveness in combating modern slavery through the following key performance indicators:

9.1 Actions Taken

• All staff have received modern slavery awareness training as part of their induction and ongoing development;
• Enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive right-to-work verification have been completed for all care staff;
• All employment contracts are issued in writing with clear terms, and all staff are paid at least the National Minimum Wage / National Living Wage;
• No worker is required to pay recruitment fees or surrender identity documents;
• We have reviewed our supply chains and assessed the risk of modern slavery;
• Anti-slavery clauses have been incorporated into supplier contracts;
• Our Whistleblowing Policy has been reviewed and updated to ensure it specifically addresses modern slavery reporting;
• Our safeguarding training includes specific content on modern slavery indicators and reporting.

9.2 Ongoing Commitments

In the coming year, we commit to the following actions to further strengthen our approach:

• Continuing to provide mandatory modern slavery training to all new and existing staff;
• Conducting an annual review of our supply chains to assess and mitigate modern slavery risks;
• Reviewing and updating our Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy;
• Engaging with suppliers to ensure their continued compliance with anti-slavery requirements;
• Monitoring and auditing working hours, pay and conditions across our workforce;
• Reviewing the effectiveness of our reporting mechanisms;
• Keeping up to date with changes in legislation, guidance and best practice relating to modern slavery;
• Cooperating with statutory authorities, including the CQC, local authorities and law enforcement, in addressing any modern slavery concerns.

10. Responsibility and Governance

Responsibility for our anti-slavery initiatives rests with the senior management team of ABR Grace Solutions. The overall accountability for ensuring that this statement and our related policies are implemented and reviewed sits with the Director(s) of ABR Grace Solutions.

Our Registered Manager is responsible for:

• Ensuring that all staff are trained and aware of modern slavery risks and reporting procedures;
• Overseeing the implementation of our Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy;
• Conducting and reviewing risk assessments relating to modern slavery;
• Investigating any reported concerns or incidents;
• Liaising with external agencies, including the CQC, local authorities, police and the Modern Slavery Helpline, as required;
• Reporting to the Director(s) on the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures.

11. Relevant Legislation

This statement is made in accordance with the following legislation and guidance:

• Modern Slavery Act 2015 (in particular, Section 54 — Transparency in Supply Chains);
• Human Rights Act 1998;
• Gangmasters (Licensing) Act 2004 (where applicable);
• Employment Rights Act 1996;
• National Minimum Wage Act 1998;
• Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006;
• Equality Act 2010;
• Care Act 2014;
• Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014;
• Home Office guidance on modern slavery;
• CQC guidance on safeguarding and modern slavery.

12. Review

This statement is reviewed and updated annually by the Director(s) of ABR Grace Solutions. It was last reviewed and approved on 20 April 2026.

We are committed to continuously improving our practices to combat modern slavery and human trafficking.

13. Approval

This statement has been approved by the Director(s) of ABR Grace Solutions and constitutes our modern slavery and human trafficking statement for the financial year ending April 2026.

Signed: ___________________________

Name: ___________________________

Position: Director, ABR Grace Solutions

Date: 20 April 2026

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this statement or wish to report a concern relating to modern slavery, please contact us:

• Company Name: ABR Grace Solutions
• Address: Suite 11, Malmarc House, 116 Dewsbury Rd, Leeds
• Email: info@abrgracesolutions.co.uk
• Telephone: +44 7401 301687

You can also contact the Modern Slavery Helpline on 08000 121 700 or visit www.modernslaveryhelpline.org.