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MODERN SLAVERY POLICY

In New Zealand, the closest equivalent to a Modern Slavery Policy, as it is understood in the UK context, falls under broader human rights and employment standards legislation. New Zealand’s commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking is rooted in various laws and regulations that promote fair labour practices and protect human rights. These include the Employment Relations Act 2000, the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, and the Immigration Act 2009, among others. Unlike the UK, which has the Modern Slavery Act 2015 specifically addressing issues of modern slavery and human trafficking, New Zealand relies on a combination of legislation to tackle these issues.

When creating a policy that would be applicable both in the UK and New Zealand, it is crucial to integrate the principles and requirements of the UK’s Modern Slavery Act with New Zealand’s legislative framework. This ensures compliance and demonstrates a commitment to ethical practices in both countries. Below is the ITogether worldwide policy, incorporating Network Integration Technologies Limited and Network Integration Technologies (APAC) Limited (Trading as ITogether)

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

We are committed to improving our practices to combat slavery and human trafficking. We uphold the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 in the UK and adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct and compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements in New Zealand. This policy outlines our approach to prevent any form of modern slavery or human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains.

We operate across diverse sectors and have a global supply chain that supports our operations.

Policy Principles 

Zero Tolerance

We have a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery or human trafficking.

Compliance with Laws

We comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking in every jurisdiction we operate, including but not limited to the UK’s Modern Slavery Act 2015 and relevant New Zealand legislation.

Risk Assessment and Due Diligence:
We regularly assess and monitor our own operations and our supply chains for risks related to modern slavery and human trafficking. We implement due diligence procedures for our suppliers and contractors to ensure compliance with this policy.
Awareness and Training
We provide training to our staff to recognize and prevent the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chains.
Reporting and Whistleblowing:
Employees, suppliers, or others who observe any breach of this policy are encouraged to report their concerns without fear of retaliation. We will investigate and take appropriate action on all reports received.
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuously improving our practices to identify and eliminate any potential areas of modern slavery and human trafficking.

This policy applies to all persons working for or on behalf of Network Integration Technologies Limited and Network Integration Technologies (APAC) Limited (Trading as ITogether) in any capacity, including employees, directors, officers, agency workers, contractors, consultants, and any other third-party representatives. The board of directors has overall responsibility for ensuring this policy complies with our legal and ethical obligations, and that all those under our control comply with it.

This policy will be reviewed and updated regularly to reflect our ongoing commitment to combatting modern slavery and human trafficking and to ensure compliance with evolving legal standards in the UK, New Zealand, and other jurisdictions where we operate.

ITogether United Kingdom Terms and Conditions (New Zealand Terms and Conditions are available on request and are different to the New Zealand Terms and Conditions)