Modern Slavery Statement

Last Updated: 3 October 2025

1. Introduction

This statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps that Antony Bailey DevOps Consulting ("we", "us", "our") has taken and continues to take to ensure that modern slavery or human trafficking is not taking place within our business or supply chain.

Modern slavery encompasses slavery, servitude, human trafficking, and forced labour. We have a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery and are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings and to putting effective systems and controls in place to safeguard against any form of modern slavery taking place within the business or our supply chain.

2. Our Business

Antony Bailey DevOps Consulting is a specialised consulting firm providing DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and technology transformation services. We operate primarily in the United Kingdom, working with clients across various industries to modernise their technology infrastructure and development practices.

2.1 Business Structure

• Business Type: Independent consulting practice
• Primary Location: United Kingdom
• Service Areas: DevOps consulting, cloud infrastructure, automation, and technology strategy
• Client Base: UK and international technology companies, enterprises, and organisations

2.2 Supply Chain Overview

Our supply chain is relatively limited due to the nature of our business but includes:

• Technology service providers and cloud platforms
• Software vendors and licensing partners
• Professional services and business support providers
• Office services and equipment suppliers
• Marketing and website service providers

3. Our Policies

We are committed to ensuring that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains. This commitment is reflected in our internal policies:

3.1 Code of Conduct

Our code of conduct clearly sets out the standards of behaviour expected from all individuals working for us or on our behalf. This includes:

• Respect for human rights and dignity
• Fair employment practices
• Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Ethical business conduct

3.2 Procurement Policy

Our procurement policy ensures that:

• All suppliers are vetted for ethical business practices
• Contractual obligations include compliance with modern slavery legislation
• Regular review of supplier practices and performance
• Clear procedures for reporting concerns

4. Due Diligence

We undertake due diligence when considering taking on new suppliers and regularly review our existing suppliers. Our due diligence includes:

4.1 Supplier Assessment

• Initial screening: Review of company credentials, legal compliance, and business practices
• Risk assessment: Evaluation of geographical and industry risk factors
• Policy review: Assessment of supplier policies regarding modern slavery and human rights
• Certification requirements: Request for relevant certifications and compliance documentation

4.2 Ongoing Monitoring

• Regular review of supplier performance and practices
• Annual assessment of high-risk suppliers
• Monitoring of industry and geographical risk factors
• Review of public information and media coverage

5. Risk Assessment

We regularly assess the potential risk of modern slavery in our business and supply chain:

5.1 Low Risk Areas

Due to the nature of our business, we consider our direct operations to be low risk for modern slavery because:

• We operate primarily as an independent consultant
• Our services are knowledge-based and professional
• We work directly with established technology companies and enterprises
• Our supply chain consists primarily of technology and professional services

5.2 Areas of Focus

While our risk is considered low, we pay particular attention to:

• Technology hardware suppliers and their manufacturing processes
• International service providers in higher-risk geographical regions
• Subcontractors and third-party service providers
• Office services and cleaning contractors

6. Effectiveness Measures

We use the following key performance indicators to measure how effective we have been in ensuring that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our business or supply chains:

6.1 Supplier Compliance

• 100% of suppliers acknowledge and agree to our modern slavery policy requirements
• Annual review of high-risk suppliers completed
• Zero tolerance approach maintained with immediate action for any non-compliance

6.2 Training and Awareness

• Regular training on modern slavery awareness and identification
• Annual review of policies and procedures
• Clear reporting mechanisms established and communicated

7. Training

We provide training to ensure a high level of understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains:

7.1 Awareness Training

• Understanding of modern slavery and human trafficking
• Recognition of potential indicators and warning signs
• Procedures for reporting concerns or suspicious activity
• Legal obligations and compliance requirements

7.2 Ongoing Education

• Regular updates on legislation and best practices
• Industry-specific training and guidance
• Supplier engagement and communication

8. Reporting Mechanisms

We encourage anyone to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking:

8.1 Internal Reporting

Concerns can be reported through:

• Direct contact through our contact form
• Email communication with full confidentiality assured
• Anonymous reporting where preferred

8.2 External Reporting

We also support reporting to external authorities:

• Modern Slavery Helpline: 0800 0121 700
• Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111
• Police: 101 (non-emergency) or 999 (emergency)
• National Crime Agency: Through their website or helplines

9. Contractual Commitments

We include specific contractual commitments in our supplier agreements:

9.1 Supplier Requirements

• Compliance with all applicable modern slavery legislation
• Implementation of policies to prevent modern slavery
• Right to audit and review supplier practices
• Immediate notification of any suspected violations
• Cooperation with investigations and remedial actions

9.2 Termination Rights

We reserve the right to terminate contracts immediately for any violations of modern slavery requirements or failure to cooperate with compliance efforts.

10. Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to combating modern slavery:

10.1 Annual Review

• Complete review of policies and procedures
• Assessment of effectiveness measures
• Update of risk assessments and due diligence processes
• Review of training programmes and awareness initiatives

10.2 Industry Engagement

• Participation in industry initiatives and best practice sharing
• Collaboration with other organisations to improve standards
• Engagement with relevant professional bodies and associations

11. Client and Partner Collaboration

We work with our clients and partners to promote ethical business practices:

• Sharing of best practices and guidance
• Collaborative approaches to supply chain management
• Support for client compliance initiatives
• Promotion of ethical technology practices

12. Future Commitments

We commit to:

• Continuing to develop and improve our policies and procedures
• Regular training and awareness programmes
• Enhanced due diligence processes
• Collaboration with industry peers and authorities
• Annual review and publication of this statement

13. Contact Information

For questions about this statement or to report concerns:

14. Statement Approval

This statement has been approved by Antony Bailey as the principal of Antony Bailey DevOps Consulting and will be reviewed annually.