At Alcea Consulting Limited, we are committed to promoting ethical business practices and eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms. This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. It outlines our efforts to identify, prevent, and mitigate modern slavery risks within our operations and supply chain.
About Alcea Consulting Limited
Founded in 2017, Alcea Consulting Limited is a UK-based consultancy specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) solutions and business services. We operate across the UK and globally, supporting organisations in adopting AI responsibly and effectively. We recognise the unique ethical challenges associated with our industry, including risks related to technology supply chains, data sourcing, and software development.
Our Commitment
Alcea Consulting Limited (“the Company”) is committed to:
- Preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chains.
- Promoting transparency and accountability in our operations and with all stakeholders.
- Conducting our business with integrity, ensuring that our AI-related solutions and services adhere to the highest ethical standards.
Our Policies and Practices
Ethical Employment Practices
- We uphold safe and fair working conditions for all employees, freelancers, and contractors, ensuring compliance with all applicable employment laws and standards.
- We categorically prohibit forced labour, child labour, or any exploitation within our workforce.
Supply Chain Due Diligence
- We perform risk assessments and due diligence on suppliers and contractors, focusing on those providing data, technology, or AI-related services.
- We require all suppliers to adhere to ethical standards that align with our commitment to combat modern slavery.
- Contracts with suppliers include provisions requiring compliance with anti-slavery legislation.
Technology and AI-Specific Risks
- Alcea Consulting recognises the potential for exploitation in the sourcing of technology, cloud services, and data. We actively work to ensure that all technology and software used in our AI solutions is obtained through ethical and legal channels.
Whistleblowing Policy
- We maintain a whistleblowing policy to enable employees, contractors, and third parties to confidentially report concerns regarding modern slavery or unethical practices.
- Reports are reviewed promptly, with appropriate actions taken to address any identified issues.
Training and Awareness
- All employees and contractors undergo regular training to identify and mitigate modern slavery risks.
- Training is tailored to our industry, highlighting risks specific to technology and AI supply chains.
Monitoring and Reporting
We monitor the effectiveness of our efforts through:
- Supplier Audits: Regular audits of key suppliers, particularly those involved in providing technology or data.
- Incident Tracking: Monitoring and addressing any modern slavery concerns raised through our whistleblowing channel.
- Training Participation: Ensuring all relevant personnel complete mandatory training on modern slavery awareness.
We remain committed to continual improvement in our practices and processes to prevent modern slavery. Metrics and progress will be reviewed annually to ensure ongoing alignment with our objectives.
Contact Information
To report concerns or request further information, please contact us at:
- Email: info@alceaconsulting.com
- Address: Alcea Consulting Limited, Registered Office Address, 12, The Courtyard, Buntsford Drive, Bromsgrove B60 3DJ