Legals

This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act of 2015 and constitutes the Arest Limited (“Arest”) slavery and human trafficking statement for the financial year ending 2023. All references in this statement made to Arest include all jurisdictions in which Arest operates globally.
Arest Limited does not tolerate or accept forced, coerced, or compulsory labour or human trafficking of any kind. This statement applies to our own operations, our supply chain, and any organisation with which we engage. We are committed to continuously improving our business practices and due diligence processes to combat modern slavery and human trafficking. This statement outlines the steps we have taken to ensure compliance and the ongoing measures we are undertaking.
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‍Our Organisation and Structure
‍Arest Limited is a Technology consultancy  firm based at 86-90 Paul Street, London, England, EC2A 4NE. We blend specialist knowledge with innovative technologies to address financial challenges faced by corporates and institutions globally.Our organisation employs a diverse team across multiple locations. Arest serves clients predominantly in the UK, Europe, and other global markets, focusing on mid-size to large corporates and institutions.
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‍Our Supply Chain
‍Given the nature of our business, Arest’s supply chain is relatively straightforward. Our revenue streams are primarily derived from low-risk countries, as identified by sustainability indices such as The Global Slavery Index. Nonetheless, we routinely analyse and re-evaluate our engagements with external parties to ensure suitability and adherence to ethical standards.We have identified the following areas in our supply chain as potential risk factors in relation to modern slavery and human trafficking:
• External cleaning and support teams.
• Suppliers providing food and beverages to our office locations.
• Suppliers of office and technology equipment.
Aligned with our corporate social responsibility commitments, all material third-party suppliers are subject to rigorous due diligence checks and ongoing monitoring.
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‍Due Diligence Processes
‍1. To mitigate the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking, Arest has implemented the following due diligence measures:Risk assessments and due diligence questionnaires for material third-party suppliers. Relationships are terminated if an organisation fails to meet our standards.
2. A whistleblowing policy accessible to all employees, empowering them to report concerns confidentially and without fear of retaliation.
3. Regular training for employees to promote vigilance, compliance, and shared accountability across the organisation.
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‍Supporting Our People
‍Our Employee Handbook includes a comprehensive code of conduct applicable to all individuals working with or interacting with Arest. The policy ensures fair and ethical behaviour while protecting against discrimination based on gender, race, religion, disability, or other characteristics.We foster a "speak-up" culture, encouraging employees to raise concerns confidentially via the grievance policy outlined in our handbook. All recruitment processes are conducted in full compliance with local employment legislation, including robust right-to-work checks.
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‍Further Actions
‍Arest remains committed to re-evaluating and strengthening our risk assessment and due diligence processes. We take full responsibility for maintaining the standards outlined in this statement.This statement was approved by the Board of Arest Limited in February 2024.
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‍Miguel Sullivan
Chief Executive Officer
Arest Limited
Date: February 2024