Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Statement

Financial Year: 2025–2026
Date Published: 13th February 2026
Approved by: Board of Directors
Company: Maxinity Software Limited


Next Review Date: February 2027

 

1. Introduction

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is published by Maxinity Software Limited in accordance with Section 54(1) of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.

While Maxinity’s turnover is below the £36 million statutory threshold, the company voluntarily publishes this statement as part of its commitment to ethical business practices, transparency, and the protection of human rights across its operations and supply chain.

Maxinity has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and any form of exploitation. We are committed to ensuring that such practices have no place within our business, our workforce, or our supply chain, and that all individuals working for or on behalf of Maxinity are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.

This statement outlines the steps taken during the 2024–2025 financial year and sets out our commitments for 2025–2026 to further strengthen controls, awareness, and proportionate risk management.

2. Our Organisation

Maxinity Software Limited is a UK-based software company specialising in digital solutions for healthcare education, including secure platforms for examination management, assessment delivery, and course administration.

Our services support universities, professional bodies, and healthcare education providers in the UK and internationally by enabling more efficient, reliable, and accessible digital assessment and learning processes.

Maxinity operates as a technology-led, low-asset organisation with a predominantly office-based and remote workforce. Our employees and contractors are engaged in software development, product support, customer success, and professional services. We do not operate in sectors traditionally associated with high modern slavery risk such as manufacturing, construction, agriculture, or logistics.

Our core values include:

  • Integrity and transparency in all business relationships
  • Respect for individuals regardless of role, location, or contractual status
  • Responsible sourcing and ethical labour practices
  • Commitment to equality, inclusion, and accessibility
  • Continuous improvement of governance and compliance

While direct exposure to modern slavery risk is limited, we recognise that risks can still arise within technology supply chains, particularly in areas such as hardware manufacturing, outsourced digital services, and freelance labour markets. We therefore take a proactive and proportionate approach to risk identification and mitigation.

3. Our Supply Chain

Maxinity’s supply chain primarily comprises:

  • Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
  • Software and SaaS vendors
  • IT hardware suppliers (e.g. laptops and peripherals)
  • Independent consultants (edcucation specialists, subject matter experts)
  • Professional services providers (legal, HR, accounting, marketing)

We do not engage in complex, labour-intensive supply chains. However, we acknowledge that modern slavery risks may exist in:

  • Global electronics manufacturing
  • Offshore or subcontracted software development
  • Recruitment and labour intermediaries
  • Online freelance and gig-economy platforms

As a result, Maxinity applies proportionate controls and expectations across its supplier base.

4. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

4.1 Supply Chain Risk Mapping

During the 2024–2025 period, Maxinity undertook a review of its tier-1 suppliers and contractor arrangements. This included:

  • Assessing supplier locations and service types
  • Considering sector-specific risk indicators relevant to technology and digital services
  • Reviewing publicly available policies of key cloud and software providers

No instances of modern slavery or labour exploitation were identified. Where suppliers operate in higher-risk jurisdictions, reliance is placed on established providers with published ethical sourcing and labour standards.

4.2 Supplier Onboarding Controls

All new suppliers and contractors are required to:

  • Confirm compliance with applicable labour and employment laws
  • Confirm that forced, bonded, compulsory or child labour is not used
  • Commit to fair wages, ethical recruitment, and safe working conditions
  • Confirm that workers are not charged recruitment fees

Where appropriate, suppliers may be asked to provide additional assurances or policy documentation.

4.3 Contractual Protections

Supplier and contractor agreements include provisions that:

  • Prohibit modern slavery and human trafficking
  • Require compliance with all relevant labour laws
  • Permit termination in the event of serious breaches
  • Require equivalent standards to be applied to subcontractors

4.4 Internal Employment Safeguards

Maxinity ensures that:

  • All employees and contractors have the legal right to work
  • No identity documents are withheld
  • No recruitment fees are charged
  • All workers are free to terminate their engagement in accordance with contract terms
  • Pay and conditions meet or exceed applicable legal requirements

Remote and hybrid working arrangements further reduce risks associated with dependency or accommodation-linked employment.

5. Training and Awareness

Maxinity recognises the importance of awareness in preventing modern slavery. During the reporting period:

  • Modern slavery awareness information was made available to employees and managers
  • Management guidance includes recognising indicators of exploitation in supply chains
  • New starters are introduced to ethical conduct expectations during onboarding

Annual refreshers and updated guidance will continue to be provided.

6. Policies and Governance

Maxinity’s approach is supported by the following policies and controls:

  • Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Whistleblowing Policy
  • Equal Opportunities and Inclusion Policy
  • Ethical Recruitment principles

The Board of Directors retains overall accountability. Day-to-day responsibility sits with senior management.

7. Monitoring, KPIs and Performance

During 2024–2025:

  • All new suppliers were subject to ethical onboarding checks
  • No modern slavery concerns were reported
  • This statement was reviewed and approved at Board level

For 2025–2026, Maxinity commits to:

  • Annual review and publication of this statement
  • Continued monitoring of supplier risk profiles
  • Maintaining 100% ethical confirmation for new suppliers
  • Escalation of concerns through established reporting channels

8. Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Maxinity recognises that modern slavery risks evolve. Over the next reporting period we will:

  • Strengthen supplier due diligence where risk indicators increase
  • Enhance internal guidance on responsible digital supply chains
  • Monitor emerging risks within global technology markets
  • Review this statement annually to reflect best practice and regulatory guidance

9. Reporting and Escalation

Concerns relating to modern slavery or unethical labour practices may be reported confidentially via our whistleblowing process or by contacting:

Email: geoff.hazell@maxinity.co.uk
Website: https://maxinity.co.uk

All reports are taken seriously and investigated appropriately.

10. Approval

This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors of Maxinity Software Limited and will be reviewed annually.

Signed:

Geoff Hazell

Director

Maxinity Software Limited

Date: 13th February 2026