Modern Slavery & Ethical Sourcing
Modern Slavery & Ethical Sourcing
Our Commitment
At Neerdog, we are committed to conducting business responsibly, ethically and with integrity. We have zero tolerance for modern slavery, forced labour, child labour and human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chain.
Although Neerdog is not required to publish a Modern Slavery Statement under Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, as our annual turnover is below the statutory threshold, we voluntarily publish this statement to demonstrate our commitment to ethical business practices.
Our Business
Neerdog is a UK-based designer and supplier of premium dog accessories, inspired by the outdoors and designed in the Peak District. We work with carefully selected manufacturing partners and suppliers to produce products that meet our standards for quality, safety and responsible sourcing.
Our Supply Chain
We recognise that manufacturing and global supply chains can present risks. We therefore seek to work with suppliers who share our values and operate responsibly.
When selecting and maintaining supplier relationships, we consider factors including:
Compliance with applicable employment and labour laws.
Safe and fair working conditions.
Ethical business practices.
Product quality and safety standards.
Environmental responsibility where appropriate.
We expect our suppliers to prohibit:
Forced or bonded labour.
Child labour.
Human trafficking.
Abuse, harassment or exploitation of workers.
Discrimination and unfair treatment.
Supplier Due Diligence
Before establishing new supplier relationships, Neerdog undertakes appropriate due diligence to understand our suppliers' capabilities and commitment to responsible business practices.
Where appropriate, we request information relating to:
Business legitimacy and legal compliance.
Product quality standards.
Manufacturing processes.
Ethical employment practices.
Product testing and certification.
We maintain ongoing communication with our suppliers and encourage continuous improvement throughout our supply chain.
Raising Concerns
If we become aware of any concerns regarding unethical practices or potential modern slavery within our operations or supply chain, we will investigate promptly and work with the relevant supplier to address the issue. Where appropriate improvements cannot be achieved, we reserve the right to end the business relationship.
Training and Awareness
As a small business, Neerdog is committed to maintaining awareness of modern slavery risks and ensuring that ethical sourcing remains an important consideration when selecting suppliers and business partners.
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to reviewing and improving our policies and due diligence processes as our business grows and as best practice evolves.
