Human Rights and Modern Privacy Policy
Introduction
M&E Global Resources Ltd (“Company”) is a UK based defence sub-contractor serving the needs of large corporations that in turn serve as Prime contractors to government. Our HQ is in the UK and with subsidiary offices in Germany, Poland and Romania and an affiliate office in the USA. In all cases, from all locations, we aim to act in accordance with internationally recognised human rights standards, integrating them to the way we operate globally.
Purpose
Our Human Rights and Modern Slavery Policy applies to all Company staff and we expect our suppliers to respect and adhere to this policy.
Policy Statements
The following statements outline our position with respect to human rights and modern slaver
Child Labour: the Company will not use child labour in any circumstances and will comply with all relevant laws in all locations in this respect.
Modern Slavery: the Company will not use forced, bonded or involuntary labour and our workers are not required to lodge identity documentation with the Company and are able to leave after giving reasonable notice in accordance with their contracts and will all due wages being paid.
Health, Safety and Hygiene: all workers will work in safe and healthy environments and in accordance with our Company Handbook which is issued at time of hire.
Discipline: the Company forbids any form of abuse, whether physical, sexual, verbal, intimidation or harassment whether physical or implied. Disciplinary and grievance procedures are clearly stated in our Company Handbook.
Equality: no worker should be discriminated against on the basis of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion or beliefs, gender reassignment, marital status or pregnancy. All workers should be treated equally.
Freedom of Association: no worker should be prevented from joining or forming a staff association or trade union, nor should any worker suffer any detriment as a result of joining, or failing to join, any such organisation.
Employment Terms and Remuneration: the Company provides all workers with clear written contracts in accordance with employment law that detail in full the terms and conditions on their pay. We provide wages in accordance with national standards as a minimum and we do not deduct wages as a disciplinary measure.
Working Hours: the Company ensures that working hours are reasonable and comply with labour laws and industry standards.