DDATS Ltd – Modern Slavery Statement (2024)
Modern slavery is a crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. It includes slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour and human trafficking. DDATS Ltd has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, and we are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships. This statement outlines the steps we have taken and continue to take to prevent modern slavery in our business and supply chains.
1. Organisation structure and supply chains
DDATS Ltd is a UK-based SME delivering digital, data, AI, technology and security services to public sector organisations. Our work involves both in-house engineering and collaboration with a small number of specialist third-party partners.
Our supply chain primarily consists of:
Technology and cloud service providers (e.g. AWS, Azure)
Independent consultants and subcontractors
Professional service suppliers (legal, HR, training)
SaaS vendors and office infrastructure providers
We operate solely within the United Kingdom and do not engage in manufacturing, logistics or overseas procurement.
2. Our policies on slavery and human trafficking
We are committed to ensuring modern slavery does not occur in any part of our business or supply chain. Our approach includes:
A formal Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy, which applies to all employees and contractors
A Supplier Code of Conduct, which requires all suppliers to comply with the Modern Slavery Act
Employment policies that ensure fair recruitment, pay, working conditions and whistleblowing channels
We expect the same high standards from our suppliers and partners and require them to apply equivalent standards throughout their own supply chains.
3. Due diligence processes
To identify and mitigate the risk of modern slavery, we:
Include anti-slavery provisions in supplier and subcontractor contracts
Conduct supplier assessments during onboarding, particularly for high-risk categories (e.g. contingent labour)
Verify that UK-based staff and contractors have the right to work legally
Monitor subcontractor relationships regularly through project governance and supplier reviews
Where possible, we work with trusted and repeat suppliers who demonstrate strong ethical credentials.
4. Risk assessment and management
Given our size, sector and operating model, we assess our overall risk of modern slavery as low. However, we remain vigilant in the following areas:
Recruitment of contractors or agency staff
Third-party consultants or delivery partners
IT and cloud services vendors
We monitor these risks through regular review of supplier practices, open dialogue with partners, and escalation protocols where concerns arise.
5. Performance indicators to measure effectiveness
To ensure our approach remains effective, we track the following indicators:
100% of supplier contracts to include modern slavery clauses
100% of internal hires to be subject to right-to-work checks
Review of all key suppliers annually for compliance risks
No reported incidents of concern via internal or supplier whistleblowing channels
6. Training
We provide awareness training to all staff on:
What modern slavery is
How to identify red flags
How to report concerns
All managers and those involved in supplier procurement receive enhanced training on due diligence and risk identification.
7. Responsibility & Review
Overall responsibility for this policy rests with the DDATS Ltd leadership team. Managers are responsible for ensuring that team members and contractors understand and comply with our modern slavery obligations.
This statement is reviewed annually and updated as appropriate.