The Nova Brands Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Nova Skincare & Wellness Brands Holding Ltd to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains.
This statement outlines our approach to ethical sourcing, responsible supplier management and the prevention of forced labour, in accordance with the principles of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.
1. Our Commitment
Nova Skincare & Wellness Brands Holding Ltd has a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings and to implementing and enforcing effective systems to prevent slavery and human rights abuses.
2. Organisational Structure and Supply Chains
Nova Skincare & Wellness Brands Holding Ltd is a UK-based brand owner and distributor of premium health supplements. We work with certified third-party manufacturers in the United Kingdom and Europe to produce our formulations. While we do not own manufacturing facilities, we recognise our responsibility to ensure that all entities within our supply chain uphold high labour standards.
3. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
We conduct ongoing risk assessments of our suppliers based on geography, ingredient sourcing, and production practices. All suppliers are required to complete due diligence questionnaires and provide evidence of compliance with UK labour laws and international ethical standards. We prioritise suppliers who are SEDEX members or certified under third-party audit schemes (e.g. SMETA, BRC, GMP).
4. Policies and Expectations
Our Supplier Code of Conduct prohibits all forms of modern slavery and is incorporated into contractual agreements. We expect all suppliers to:
– Prohibit forced or compulsory labour in all forms
– Ensure workers are not subject to coercion or debt bondage
– Provide safe and voluntary working conditions
– Not retain identity documents
– Respect legal minimum working age and working hours
5. Training and Awareness
All Nova employees responsible for procurement and supplier engagement receive training to recognise signs of modern slavery and apply ethical sourcing practices. We are committed to strengthening our awareness through industry collaboration and ESG best practice sharing.
6. Reporting and Remediation
Any suspected case of modern slavery must be reported immediately to Nova’s Compliance Lead. We will investigate all concerns promptly and take appropriate action, including supplier termination if breaches are confirmed. Affected individuals will be protected and referred to support services as needed.
7. Governance and Review
This statement is reviewed annually by our Senior Leadership Team and approved by the Director. It will be published on our website and available upon request to partners and stakeholders.