Introduction This statement sets out Westleigh Partnerships' actions to understand all potential modern slavery risks related to its business and to put in place steps that are aimed at ensuring that there is no slavery or human trafficking in its own business and its supply chains. This statement relates to actions and activities during the financial year 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016. As part of the construction industry, Westleigh recognises that it has a responsibility to take a robust approach to slavery and human trafficking. Westleigh is absolutely committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in its corporate activities, and to ensuring that its supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking. Organisational structure and supply chains This statement covers Westleigh Partnerships activities in the UK. We do not operate in any other countries. Westleigh Partnerships is a leading supplier of affordable housing across the East and West Midlands. We provide a total package from project concept to completion, creating quality, impressive homes and buildings. As part of our commitment to support UK business, wherever possible we source our raw materials locally or from UK based suppliers. Westleigh Partnerships is committed to the highest standards of ethics in respect of our employees and subcontractors. We ensure that we provide safe working conditions, treat workers with dignity and respect, and act ethically and within the law in respect of working hours and rates of pay. Responsibility for the organisation's anti-slavery initiatives is as follows: