Modern slavery and ethical sourcing policy
Our approach to fair treatment, responsible sourcing, supplier expectations and reporting concerns at FB & Sons Interiors.
Our commitment
F.B & SONS, INTERIORS LIMITED is committed to treating people fairly and to opposing forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation. This policy sets expectations for our interiors business and the people and suppliers we choose to work with. It is a policy of intended conduct, not a claim that every supply chain has been audited or proven free of risk.
Where risk can arise
Our work may involve furniture, textiles, finishes and other interior products, alongside delivery, decorating and specialist trades. Products can pass through several countries and suppliers. We will consider the origin of goods, the use of subcontractors and labour arrangements when assessing risk, with closer attention where information is unclear or concerns are raised.
Our supplier expectations
We expect suppliers and contractors to comply with applicable employment and human-rights laws. Work must be voluntary. Workers must not be controlled through threats, unlawful recruitment fees, withheld identity documents or restrictions on their freedom to leave employment. We expect lawful pay, appropriate working conditions and no unlawful child labour.
Our supplier-selection process will include proportionate checks of business identity and, where the nature or risk of the purchase justifies it, questions about sourcing, subcontracting and labour practices. An approved-supplier list is not a guarantee about every part of a supply chain. We will seek further information or an alternative supplier where a concern cannot be resolved satisfactorily.
Raising a concern
Staff, clients and suppliers can report a concern to a director through enquiries@fbsinteriors.co.uk, marked “Confidential: ethical sourcing”, or by calling 0121 339 5072. We will handle reports sensitively and do not tolerate retaliation against someone raising a concern in good faith. Do not put yourself or others at risk to investigate. If someone is in immediate danger, contact the emergency services.
Responding and reviewing
A director will review credible concerns, consider the protection of affected people and decide appropriate action. This may include obtaining information, requiring corrective action, suspending a purchase or ending a relationship, and contacting the relevant authorities where appropriate. The response should avoid increasing risk to a potentially exploited person.
The directors will review this policy at least annually and when the business or its supply chain changes. As the business develops, we will keep a proportionate record of checks, concerns and actions and brief relevant team members on these expectations.