Modern Slavery Act 2015

Modern Slavery Act 2015: Statement of Exemption

Introduction

This statement is made in accordance with Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. It outlines www.Learno.uk’s approach to addressing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains, and provides an explanation for our exemption from the obligation to produce a detailed modern slavery statement as required by the Act.

Nature of Business

Learno.uk is a leading provider of Compliance AI services to organisations. We specialize in delivering artificial intelligence-driven solutions designed to help organisations meet regulatory compliance requirements more efficiently. Our services include developing custom AI models, providing compliance monitoring tools, and offering intelligent solutions that simplify the complexity of adhering to industry-specific regulations, such as financial services, data protection, and health and safety standards.

Our goal is to provide organisations with innovative, cutting-edge technology that ensures they remain compliant while reducing operational risks and administrative burdens. We serve clients across various industries, helping them navigate the rapidly evolving compliance landscape with ease.

Exemption Statement

Under Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, organisations with an annual turnover of £36 million or more are required to publish a modern slavery statement. Learno.uk’s turnover for the financial year ending [insert year] is below the required threshold of £36 million. Therefore, we are exempt from the statutory requirement to produce a formal modern slavery statement. However, as an organisation, we are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and have implemented practices to ensure that modern slavery, human trafficking, and forced labor do not occur within our operations or supply chain.

Reason for Exemption

As an organisation with a turnover below the £36 million threshold, Learno.uk is not legally required to produce a comprehensive modern slavery statement. Nonetheless, we understand the importance of this issue and are committed to ethical conduct in every area of our operations. While our exemption from the formal reporting requirements remains, we are fully committed to maintaining a robust approach to addressing modern slavery risks within our business environment.

Commitment to Ethical Practices and Human Rights

At Learno.uk, we recognise the global impact of modern slavery and human trafficking and the ethical responsibility that comes with operating an organisation. Although we are not legally required to issue a full modern slavery statement, we are fully committed to the ethical treatment of individuals within our operations and across our supply chains. We take proactive steps to ensure that:

There is no use of forced labor, slavery, or human trafficking in our operations.
Our suppliers and partners adhere to strict human rights standards that prevent exploitation in their own supply chains.
We maintain transparency and integrity across our supply chain, including identifying and addressing risks related to modern slavery.
Our Approach to Preventing Modern Slavery

Although not legally required, Learno.uk has put the following practices in place to ensure the highest ethical standards within our operations and supply chain:

Supplier Code of Conduct We have developed and implemented a comprehensive Supplier Code of Conduct that all suppliers, contractors, and business partners must agree to. This code outlines our expectations regarding labor practices, human rights, and anti-slavery provisions. It explicitly prohibits the use of forced labor, child labor, human trafficking, and any form of exploitation. We require our suppliers to certify their compliance with this code on an annual basis.

Due Diligence Process We carry out a thorough due diligence process to assess potential and existing suppliers and their labor practices. This includes background checks, verification of ethical labor policies, and monitoring supplier activities to ensure that modern slavery risks are minimized. In addition, we assess whether the products or services we source may involve higher risks of modern slavery or exploitation, such as those in industries with complex supply chains.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring Learno.uk regularly monitors and audits suppliers to ensure compliance with our ethical standards. This includes routine checks on labor practices, working conditions, and evidence of commitment to human rights principles. We collaborate with third-party audit organizations to assess compliance with our Supplier Code of Conduct and modern slavery prevention measures.

Staff Training and Awareness We provide training for our employees to raise awareness of modern slavery, human trafficking, and forced labor. This training empowers our team to identify potential risks and take appropriate actions if concerns are raised. Employees are also encouraged to report any suspected violations through an established grievance mechanism.

Partnerships and Engagement We engage with industry groups, NGOs, and other stakeholders who work to combat modern slavery and human trafficking. Learno.uk is committed to staying informed about emerging risks and best practices, and we collaborate with organisations that share our commitment to ethical business practices. We also encourage our suppliers to engage in industry initiatives aimed at combating modern slavery.

Continuous Improvement We view our efforts to combat modern slavery as a work in progress and are constantly looking for ways to improve our practices. We are committed to refining our due diligence processes, enhancing our monitoring capabilities, and ensuring that our policies evolve with changing laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Actions Taken in the Past Year

Since our last review, we have taken the following actions to reinforce our commitment to ethical practices:

Updated our Supplier Code of Conduct to include clearer definitions of modern slavery and forced labor and to require additional documentation from suppliers regarding their labor practices.
Conducted a company-wide audit to assess the effectiveness of our modern slavery prevention efforts and identified areas for improvement in our supplier management process.
Implemented additional training sessions for all employees to raise awareness of modern slavery risks in the supply chain and workplace.
Expanded our due diligence process to include more in-depth checks for higher-risk suppliers in industries with known slavery risks (e.g., manufacturing, agriculture).

Conclusion

Although Learno.uk is exempt from the requirement to publish a formal modern slavery statement due to our annual turnover being below the £36 million threshold, we are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our organisation. We will continue to take proactive measures to ensure that modern slavery, human trafficking, and exploitation do not occur within our operations or supply chain. We will also continue to review and enhance our policies to align with international standards and best practices.

Approval

This statement was approved by the Board of Directors of Learno.uk on 25th December 2024.