Modern Slavery Statement

  1. Introduction

Kingston Trading UK LTD T/A Kingston Nic Pouches (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to ensuring that modern slavery, human trafficking, and related human rights abuses do not occur in our business operations or supply chains. We recognize our responsibility to take a robust approach to these issues, in compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and other relevant legislation.

  1. Our Business

Kingston Trading UK LTD is a leading provider of nicotine pouches, offering a variety of products designed to provide a satisfying, tobacco-free experience. Our operations include sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and sales. We are dedicated to maintaining high ethical standards in all aspects of our business.

  1. Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains include suppliers of raw materials, manufacturers, packaging providers, and logistics partners. We understand that each stage of our supply chain has the potential to be affected by the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. As such, we are committed to working closely with our suppliers and partners to ensure that these risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated.

  1. Our Policies

To support our commitment to preventing modern slavery, we have implemented the following policies:

  • Supplier Code of Conduct: We require all our suppliers to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct, which outlines our expectations regarding ethical practices, including the prohibition of forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking.
  • Employee Code of Conduct: Our Employee Code of Conduct includes guidelines for ethical behaviour and respect for human rights. All employees are required to comply with these standards and report any concerns related to modern slavery.
  • Whistleblowing Policy: We encourage all employees, suppliers, and partners to report any concerns regarding unethical practices, including modern slavery, through our confidential whistleblowing channels.
  1. Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

We conduct regular risk assessments of our operations and supply chains to identify potential areas where modern slavery risks may arise. Our due diligence processes include:

  • Supplier Audits: We perform audits of our suppliers to ensure compliance with our ethical standards. These audits may include on-site inspections, interviews with workers, and reviews of relevant documentation.
  • Contractual Obligations: We include specific clauses in our supplier contracts that require compliance with modern slavery laws and our Supplier Code of Conduct.
  • Ongoing Monitoring: We continuously monitor our supply chains to identify and address any emerging risks related to modern slavery.
  1. Training and Awareness

We provide training to our employees and key stakeholders to raise awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking. This training helps our team members understand the signs of modern slavery and the steps they can take to prevent it within our business and supply chains.

  1. Measuring Effectiveness

To ensure the effectiveness of our efforts to combat modern slavery, we regularly review and update our policies and practices. We measure our progress through:

  • Supplier Compliance: Monitoring supplier adherence to our Supplier Code of Conduct and taking corrective actions where necessary.
  • Employee Feedback: Gathering feedback from employees on the effectiveness of our training and reporting mechanisms.
  • Annual Review: Conducting an annual review of our modern slavery prevention efforts and making improvements as needed.
  1. Our Commitment

Kingston Trading UK LTD is committed to continuous improvement in our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. We will continue to work with our suppliers, partners, and stakeholders to uphold the highest ethical standards and protect human rights across our business and supply chains.