Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement 2025 of the London College of Energy Economics For the Financial Year Ending July 2025

1. Introduction The London College of Energy Economics is committed to combating modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, and other forms of exploitation in all aspects of our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement, made pursuant to Section 54 of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015, outlines the steps we have taken, and continue to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not occurring within our institution or supply chains. We recognize our responsibility to act ethically and promote fair labor practices, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture of integrity and respect.

2. About the London College of Energy Economics The London College of Energy Economics is a leading educational institution specialising in energy economics, offering professional development programs focused on sustainable energy solutions. Based in London, UK, we operate primarily in the education sector, engaging with students, staff, academic partners, and suppliers to deliver high-quality teaching, research, and industry collaboration.

Our operations include:

  • Professional executive programs and research in energy economics and related fields.
  • Campus facilities management, including catering, cleaning, and maintenance services.
  • Procurement of goods and services, such as educational materials, IT equipment, and professional services.
  • Partnerships with organizations in the energy sector and academic institutions globally.

3. Our Commitment We are firmly opposed to all forms of modern slavery, including forced labor, human trafficking, child labor, and exploitative working conditions. We are committed to ensuring that our operations and supply chains are free from such practices. Our commitment is guided by:

  • The UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.
  • International frameworks, such as the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
  • Our institutional values of integrity, fairness, and social responsibility.

4. Our Policies and Governance To address modern slavery risks, we maintain the following policies and governance structures:

  • Ethical Conduct Policy: Outlines our expectations for ethical behavior among staff, students, and partners, including zero tolerance for modern slavery.
  • Procurement Policy: Incorporates ethical considerations into our procurement processes, requiring suppliers to comply with anti-slavery and human rights standards.
  • Whistleblowing Policy: Encourages staff, students, and stakeholders to report concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices confidentially.
  • Human Resources Policies: Ensure fair recruitment, employment practices, and compliance with labor laws for all staff.

Our Senior Management Team oversees the implementation of these policies and reports annually to the College Council.

5. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence We recognize that modern slavery risks may exist in certain areas of our operations and supply chains, particularly in:

  • Procurement of goods (e.g., IT equipment, stationery, or catering supplies) from global supply chains.
  • Facilities management services (e.g., cleaning, catering, or construction) where low-skilled labor is common.
  • International partnerships with organizations in regions with varying labor standards.

To mitigate these risks, we:

  • Conduct risk assessments to identify high-risk areas within our operations and supply chains.
  • Require suppliers to complete a due diligence questionnaire, confirming their compliance with anti-slavery laws and practices.
  • Include anti-slavery clauses in supplier contracts, mandating adherence to the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and ethical labor standards.
  • Prioritize suppliers with transparent and ethical supply chains, favoring those with recognized certifications (e.g., Fair Trade or equivalent).

7. Mitigation Measures and Commitments: We take the following steps to strengthen our efforts against modern slavery to further enhance our efforts by:

  • Partnership Scrutiny: We evaluate international academic and industry partnerships to ensure alignment with our anti-slavery commitments.
  • Risk Mapping: We conduct a risk assessment of our supply chains, focusing on high-risk categories such as electronics and facilities services.
  • Policy Review: We update our Procurement Policy to strengthen due diligence processes and align with best practices.
  • Staff Training: We deliver training to our staff on identifying and addressing modern slavery risks.
  • Supplier Engagement: We review our supplier base and update contracts to include explicit anti-slavery commitments.
  • Expand staff training on modern slavery to include all employees and key stakeholders.
  • Implement a Supplier Code of Conduct to formalize expectations for ethical labor practices.
  • Enhance our risk assessment processes to cover additional tiers of our supply chain.
  • Engage with external organizations (e.g., industry bodies or anti-slavery networks) to share best practices and strengthen our approach.
  • Regularly review and update our policies to reflect emerging risks and regulatory changes.

8. Reporting Concerns We encourage anyone—staff, students, suppliers, or the public—to report concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices in our operations or supply chains. Reports can be made confidentially via:

All concerns will be investigated promptly and thoroughly, in line with our Whistleblowing Policy.

9. Approval This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the President of the London College of Energy Economics and will be reviewed and updated annually. It applies to the financial year ending July 2025.

Dr. Yousef Alshammari
President, London College of Energy Economics
Date: 24 October 2025