This is an organisational policy and voluntary prevention statement. Before formal public adoption, LSS should confirm the legal entity, reporting period, responsible approver, operational procedures and whether statutory reporting requirements apply.
1 Our commitment
LSS has zero tolerance for modern slavery, human trafficking, forced or compulsory labour, servitude, debt bondage, child labour and exploitation. We are committed to acting ethically, treating people with dignity and taking proportionate steps to identify and reduce relevant risks in our own activities and supply relationships.
2 Our organisation and supply network
LSS provides interpreting, translation and related multilingual services. Our supply network may include self-employed interpreters and translators, specialist reviewers, language-service partners, technology providers, professional advisers and other operational suppliers. Because language services can involve international, freelance and multi-tier working arrangements, clear professional expectations and appropriate checks are important.
3 Standards for linguists and suppliers
We expect linguists, contractors and suppliers to comply with applicable employment, immigration, safeguarding and anti-trafficking laws; to engage workers voluntarily; to avoid recruitment fees or unlawful deductions; to provide accurate information about working arrangements; and never to retain identity documents or use threats, coercion, deception or restrictions on movement.
4 Risk assessment and due diligence
LSS takes a proportionate, risk-based approach. Depending on the relationship and service, checks may include identity and right-to-work or supplier-status evidence, qualifications, references, business information, contractual commitments, payment arrangements and clarification of any subcontracting. Higher-risk indicators, countries, recruitment routes or unexplained supply chains may require further enquiry or a decision not to proceed.
5 Recruitment and fair engagement
Linguists should understand the nature of the assignment, agreed fees, payment terms and professional obligations before accepting work. LSS does not support deceptive recruitment, compulsory work, unlawful withholding of pay or documents, or arrangements that prevent a person from ending a working relationship in accordance with agreed terms and applicable law.
6 Reporting concerns
Anyone who suspects exploitation, trafficking or forced labour connected with LSS may report the concern confidentially to info@thelss.com. Immediate danger should be reported to the emergency services. Concerns will be considered sensitively, escalated appropriately and, where necessary, referred to competent authorities or specialist support.
7 Response and remediation
LSS may pause an assignment or supplier relationship while a concern is assessed. Responses will prioritise the safety and rights of potentially affected people. Action may include seeking specialist advice, preserving relevant information, requiring corrective measures, ending a relationship or reporting suspected criminal conduct. We will avoid actions that could create additional harm for a potential victim.
8 Awareness, monitoring and improvement
Relevant personnel should understand warning signs and escalation routes. LSS will review concerns, supplier information and working practices proportionately, update controls where risks change and seek continuous improvement rather than treating publication of a statement as the end of the process.
9 Governance and review
Responsibility for this policy rests with LSS management. It should be reviewed at least annually and whenever there is a material change in operations, supply arrangements or applicable requirements. If LSS becomes subject to section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, an approved annual statement describing actions taken during the relevant financial year should be prepared and published in accordance with the applicable requirements.
Last updated: 31 August 2026