Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
Sterling Event Group Ltd
Revision & Approved: 2nd October 2026 | Review Due: October 2027
This statement is made under Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and aligned with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Conventions to set out the steps Sterling Event Group Ltd (“the Organisation”) has taken – and continues to take – to ensure that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced and child labour are not taking place within our business or supply chains.
- Organisation Structure
Sterling Event Group Ltd is a UK-based provider of audio-visual hire and technical production services, with operations based at:
ICON 4, 3 Sunbank Lane, Manchester Airport, WA14 0AF
Leeds Hub, 17 Millshaw Park Ave, Leeds LS11 0LR
London Office, New Broad Street House, 35 New Broad Street, London, EC2M 1NH
The Organisation is governed by a Board of Directors and operates primarily across the UK, with some projects extending into Europe as required.
- Our Commitment
Sterling Event Group is fully committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of its business and supply chain. We acknowledge our responsibilities under the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of slavery, servitude, forced labour, child labour or human trafficking.
We are committed to:
- Complying with all relevant employment legislation
- Continuously reviewing and strengthening our internal practices
- Conducting due diligence on our suppliers to mitigate risks
- No employment of children below the minimum legal working age, as defined by local laws and international standards
We do not knowingly engage with or support any organisation involved in such practices, either within the UK or internationally.
- Definitions of Modern Slavery, Forced & Child Labour
We define modern slavery in line with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and ILO Convention, which includes:
- Human trafficking
- Forced or involuntary labour under threat of punishment or penalties
- Slavery and servitude from ownership or control by an employer through abuse
- Dehumanisation, treating people as commodities
- Restriction of freedom, whether physically or psychologically
- Work that deprives children of their childhood, potential or dignity and harmful to their physical or mental development
- Our Supply Chains
Our supply chains primarily involve goods and services sourced within the UK and Europe, including:
- Equipment hire
- Logistics
- Subcontracted labour
- Specialist technical services
We recognise that some of our first-tier suppliers may work with lower-tier providers, and we are committed to increasing transparency and accountability throughout this chain.
- Risk & Exposure
While we assess our overall risk of modern slavery, trafficking, forced and child labour to be low, particularly given the nature of our services and supplier base, we remain vigilant in monitoring for any potential exposure. We acknowledge that risks may increase through indirect relationships with subcontractors or overseas suppliers.
- Due Diligence & Preventive Steps
To prevent modern slavery, trafficking, forced and child labour within our business and supply chains, we have implemented the following steps:
- Review and strengthen supplier contracts, including termination rights for breaches related to slavery, trafficking, forced and child labour.
- Evaluate supplier controls and ethics policies during procurement and contract review processes
- Continuously review and refine recruitment practices and employment conditions
- Investigate concerns raised through staff or stakeholder channels and act appropriately
We have not knowingly conducted business with any organisation found to be involved in modern slavery.
- Policies Supporting This Commitment
Our stance on modern slavery is reinforced through the following policies:
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy
- Equality & Diversity Policy
- Whistleblowing Policy
- Procurement and Supplier Code of Conduct
- Young Workers Policy
These are reviewed regularly to align with legal and ethical standards.
- Training & Awareness
All staff are made aware of our modern slavery, trafficking, forced and child labour commitments during induction, with refresher training offered as necessary. Training covers:
- Recognising the signs of modern slavery, trafficking, forced and child labour
- Understanding our reporting process
- Promoting ethical practices in procurement and project delivery
- Reporting & Responsibility
Sterling has appointed a Safety, Health & Environmental Manager as the key point of contact for any concerns relating to modern slavery, trafficking, forced and child labour. All reports are treated seriously and investigated appropriately.
- Review and Approval
This statement will be reviewed annually by the policy owner. It is approved by the Board of Directors and signed by the Managing Director.
Signed
Richard Bowden
Managing Director
Sterling Event Group Ltd
Date: October 2026