People Group Services Limited Company Number: 11570329

Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction

This statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and outlines the steps taken by People Group Services Limited during the financial year to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains.

We recognise that labour supply chains — particularly within payroll, professional employment, education, healthcare, and social care sectors — require robust oversight and transparent governance structures. As a compliance-led organisation, we adopt a zero-tolerance approach to slavery, servitude, forced labour, debt bondage and human trafficking.

Our Business

People Group Services Limited operates as a UK-based professional employment, payroll and workforce compliance provider.

Our services include:

• PAYE payroll administration
• Joint employment models
• Managed Service Provision (MSP) payroll validation
• Workforce compliance and audit support
• Employment administration services

We service recruitment agencies, end-hirers and workers across regulated sectors including education, healthcare, logistics, IT and professional services.

Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains include:

• Recruitment agencies
• Technology and software providers
• Financial institutions and banking partners
• Professional advisers (legal, tax, audit)
• Facilities and infrastructure suppliers

Although our operations are UK-centric, we recognise that extended labour supply chains can create indirect risk exposure. We therefore operate enhanced due diligence and contractual compliance controls.

Governance Framework

Modern slavery risk oversight sits at Board level.

We maintain:

• A formal Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy
• A Whistleblowing Policy
• Ethical Recruitment and Right to Work procedures
• Supplier onboarding and compliance controls
• Documented due diligence records
• Escalation protocols for suspected breaches

Responsibility for implementation rests with senior management and compliance leadership.

Due Diligence Procedures

To mitigate risk, People Group Services Limited:

A. Worker-Level Controls

• Conducts Right to Work verification in accordance with UK Home Office guidance
• Ensures workers are engaged under lawful UK employment contracts
• Ensures wages are paid directly via PAYE into verified bank accounts
• Prohibits unlawful deductions or withholding of identity documentation
• Ensures compliance with National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage regulations

B. Supplier-Level Controls

• Requires suppliers to confirm compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015
• Incorporates contractual clauses requiring anti-slavery compliance
• Conducts risk-based supplier screening
• Maintains the right to terminate supplier relationships for non-compliance

C. Financial & Structural Controls

• Maintains transparent payroll accounting and HMRC reporting
• Operates segregated payroll processes
• Maintains clear audit trails
• Ensures no unlawful payroll structures are used

These controls support transparency consistent with the expectations of leading compliance audit frameworks within the UK professional employment sector.

Risk Assessment

We assess modern slavery risk across three primary areas:

1. Labour supply chain complexity
2. Subcontracting and multi-tier engagement models
3. High-volume workforce sectors

Our risk mitigation approach includes:

• Clear contractual relationships
• Transparent employment status models
• Direct PAYE reporting
• Board-level oversight
• Regular compliance reviews

To date, no confirmed incidents of modern slavery have been identified within our operations.

Training & Awareness

Relevant personnel receive awareness training covering:

• Indicators of forced labour
• Ethical recruitment principles
• Supply chain vigilance
• Reporting procedures

Senior management is responsible for ensuring ongoing awareness and oversight.

Whistleblowing & Reporting

We encourage all workers, suppliers and stakeholders to report any concerns regarding unethical labour practices.

Reports may be made:

• Directly to Company Directors
• Through internal reporting channels
• Confidentially and without fear of retaliation

All concerns are investigated appropriately.

Key Performance Indicators

We monitor:

• Right to Work compliance rates
• Payroll accuracy and HMRC reporting consistency
• Supplier compliance confirmations
• Internal audit findings
• Reported concerns and resolution outcomes

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuous improvement and will:

• Review this statement annually
• Monitor sector developments and regulatory expectations
• Strengthen due diligence where risk profiles evolve
• Enhance supply chain transparency

Declaration

This Policy is approved by the Board of Directors of: People Group Services Limited Company Number: 11570329

Last updated: 20th February 2026