Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery is a criminal offence and a violation of fundamental human rights. It takes various forms, including slavery, servitude, forced of compulsory labour, bonded labour, child labour and human trafficking. All involve the exploitation of individuals for personal or commercial gain.

Seymour Civil Engineering is fully committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business operations and supply chains. We have a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery and are committed to acting ethically, transparently and responsibly.

This statement is published in accordance with section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 which sets out the steps taken by the company to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking during the financial year ending 30 September 2025.

Organisation structure
Seymour Civil Engineering provides specialist engineering services supporting the creation and maintenance of infrastructure assets for public and private sector clients.
• All operations are undertaken within the United Kingdom, primarily across the Northeast of England and Yorkshire.
• Work is delivered predominantly through a directly employed workforce.
• Where required, temporary labour is sourced through a limited number of reputable, UK-based recruitment partners.
• Our supply chain is primarily UK-based and consists mainly of Tier 1 suppliers providing materials, plant, specialist services and labour.

The company recruits workers either directly or through vetted recruitment partners. We believe that no worker should pay for a job. recruitment costs are paid by the company, and this principle is reinforced through our supplier due diligence and contractual expectations.

Policies 

Seymour Civil Engineering has a dedicated Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy supported by robust procedures. These policies:

• Define modern slavery and human trafficking

• Set out responsibilities within the business

• Establish expectations for employees, subcontractors and suppliers

• Describe how concerns can be raised, investigated and addressed.

Our policies are communicated to colleagues and supply chain partners and form part of our wider ethical and compliance framework.

Due diligence processes 

We adopt a risk-based approach to due diligence across our workforce and supply chain.

Workforce 

• All employees are subject to robust identity verification and Right to Work checks prior to commencement of employment.

• Employment terms are transparent, lawful and compliant with UK employment legislation.

Supply chain 

• Recruitment agencies, labour-only subcontractors and key suppliers are vetted prior to engagement.

• Labour providers are required to demonstrate lawful and ethical recruitment practices.

• Suppliers are expected to align with our commitment to preventing modern slavery and maintain appropriate controls within their own supply chains.

Risk assessment and management 

Given our UK-based operations, direct employment model and predominantly domestic supply chain, Seymour considers the overall risk of modern slavery within our direct operations to be low. However, we recognise that modern slavery can occur in any sector, including the UK, and that risks may exist within extended supply chains. Risk assessment considers:

• Sector and type of activity

• Labour intensity and subcontracting arrangements

• Supplier transparency and location

• Publicly available risk indicators

These assessments are informed by external sources including the Global Slavery Index, Corruption Perceptions index and recognised guidance on higher-risk sectors. Identified risk are prioritised and managed through supplier engagement, review and audit activities where appropriate.

Effectiveness and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) 

We monitor the effectiveness of our approach through defined controls and performance measures. During the 2024/2025 financial year:

• No incidents of modern slavery or human trafficking were reported.

• Right to Work checks were completed for 100% of workers prior to employment.

• Mandatory modern slavery eLearning refresher training was issued to relevant staff with 100% completion.

• Internal and external reporting mechanisms, including and independent whistleblowing hotline, were promoted to colleagues and suppliers.

These measures support confidence that our controls remain effective and understood.

Training and awareness 

Training and awareness are central to our approach.

• All colleagues receive training appropriate to their role.

• Additional focus is placed on those involved in recruitment, workforce management and supply chain engagement.

• Training is monitored by the HR function and forms part of our annual compliance review.

Continuous improvement 

For the 2025/2026 financial year, Seymour Civil Engineering will:

• Maintain mandatory annual modern slavery training with a target of 100% completion, including new joiners

• Continue promoting internal and external reporting frameworks

• Further review procurement and supply chain practices to identify and address potential risks

• Implement a defined audit programme for higher-risk suppliers

• Engage with strategic suppliers and industry bodies to share best practice and improve collective capability.

Approval 

This statement has been reviewed and approved by the Directors at Seymour Civil Engineer and will be reviewed and updated annually. Approved on behalf of the Directors.

Adam Harker  

Managing Director   

(Date: 1 December 2025)