Decision

RESOLVED to approve the Modern Slavery Statement for the year 2026/27, as set out in Appendix A. 

Reasons for the decision

Uttlesford District Council as a public sector organisation, an employer and a community leader is committed to undertaking a preventative approach to modern slavery and human trafficking within its corporate responsibilities and activities. The publication of the Annual Statement is part of that commitment and highlights the activities undertaken to address modern slavery and the steps taken to ensure the council’s supply chains are free of this. 

Alternative options considered

None.