DRAG

Modern Slavery & Human Rights Statement

RootsMRU Ltd

Financial Year: 2025/26

1. Introduction

RootsMRU Ltd is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with respect for fundamental human rights. We recognise our responsibility to help prevent modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and other human rights abuses within our operations and supply chains.

This statement is made pursuant to the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and is informed by relevant international standards, including EU human rights and labour principles. It outlines the steps we have taken, and continue to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our business, operations, or global supply chains.

2. Our Business and Structure

RootsMRU Ltd is a private limited company operating as a tour operator within the tourism and travel sector. Our activities include organising and selling tours, excursions, travel experiences, and related services for leisure and business travellers.

We primarily operate in the United Kingdom, the European Union, and international destinations, working with a network of accommodation providers, transport companies, guides, excursion operators, destination management companies, and other travel-related service providers to support our operations.

3. Our Commitment to Human Rights

RootsMRU Ltd supports and respects internationally recognised human rights, including principles set out in:

  • The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
  • The International Labour Organization (ILO) Core Conventions
  • The UK Modern Slavery Act 2015
  • Relevant EU human rights and labour standards applicable to cross-border operations

We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking.

4. Policies and Governance

To support our commitment, we have implemented the following policies and practices:

  • Code of Conduct – setting out ethical standards and expectations for employees and partners
  • Supplier Standards – requiring suppliers to comply with applicable labour laws and human rights standards
  • Equal Opportunity & Fair Treatment Policy – promoting dignity, respect, and non-discrimination in the workplace

These policies are reviewed periodically to ensure ongoing effectiveness.

5. Supply Chain and Risk Assessment

We recognise that modern slavery risks vary by industry and geography. While our direct operations are considered low risk, we recognise that the tourism sector can present heightened risks in certain locations, particularly where services rely on seasonal, temporary, or outsourced labour. As an international tour operator, we therefore remain vigilant.

Steps taken include:

  • Identifying and assessing potential risk areas in our supply chain, particularly in accommodation, transport, excursions, and seasonal or temporary labour
  • Working primarily with reputable suppliers and service providers
  • Requesting assurances of compliance with labour and employment laws where appropriate

Where risks are identified, we take reasonable steps to address and mitigate them.

6. Due Diligence

Our due diligence processes include:

  • Supplier onboarding checks, including basic due diligence on tour partners, accommodation providers, and transport operators
  • Contractual provisions addressing ethical conduct and labour standards
  • Ongoing supplier relationship management

We reserve the right to review, suspend, or terminate relationships where serious breaches are identified.

7. Training and Awareness

RootsMRU Ltd ensures that relevant staff understand the risks of modern slavery and how to identify and report concerns.

This may include:

  • Internal briefings or guidance
  • Management oversight of supplier relationships
  • Promoting awareness of ethical business practices

8. Reporting and Whistleblowing

Employees, contractors, and partners are encouraged to raise concerns relating to human rights or modern slavery without fear of retaliation.

Concerns can be raised with company management or through appropriate internal reporting channels.

9. Continuous Improvement

RootsMRU Ltd is committed to continuous improvement in our approach to ethical business and human rights. We will review and update this statement annually and strengthen our policies and procedures as our business evolves.

10. Approval

This statement has been approved by the Director of RootsMRU Ltd and applies to our UK, EU, and international operations. It will be reviewed annually.

This statement is published on the RootsMRU Ltd website and is intended for UK, EU, and international compliance and transparency purposes.