Supplier Code of Conduct

We see our suppliers as an extension of our team, and expect the same high standards from everyone who plays a role in our business. This Supplier Code of Conduct sets out the minimum standards we expect so that, together, we operate responsibly, ethically, and in line with the law wherever we do business.

In addition, we expect you to ensure that any subcontractors, suppliers, agents or labour providers that you rely upon to deliver services to us also adhere to the values of this Code. 

This Code applies across all of our working relationships, whether or not it is expressly referred to in any agreements between us. We may occasionally ask you to confirm your compliance to help us esure these standards are being met consistently. 

ANTI-SLAVERY & HUMAN TRAFFICKING 

Hyve Group is committed to operating to the highest ethical standards and to ensuring that our employees, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders are treated with the respect that they deserve and should expect.

You must comply with all applicable human rights and employment laws in the jurisdictions in which you work. You must also comply with the provisions of the UK’s Modern Slavery Act 2015.

You must not use any forced, involuntary or debt-bonded labour in any form, including slavery, nor engage in or support human trafficking. All work must be voluntary, and workers must be free to leave their employment subject only to reasonable notice in accordance with applicable law. You must not withhold, destroy, conceal or confiscate workers’ identity documents, passports or work permits, nor require workers to pay recruitment fees or related costs as a condition of employment. 

You must not use any workers under the age of 15 or, where it is higher, the mandatory school-leaving age in the local country. No person under 18 shall be employed in work that is hazardous, unsafe or likely to harm their health or safety. Workers, without exception, have the right to associate freely, join or not join trade unions, seek representation and join workers’ councils as well as the right of collective bargaining. 

You must also support equality of opportunity and treatment regardless of physical attributes or condition (including pregnancy), gender, religion (or absence of such beliefs), political opinion, nationality, sexual orientation, age or ethnic background, as well as equal pay for work of equal value. Discrimination, harassment, intimidation or any form of psychological or physical abuse is strictly prohibited. 

ANTI-BRIBERY AND CORRUPTION & CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Bribery or corruption in any form is not acceptable and will not be tolerated. You must adhere to anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws in the jurisdictions in which you work and your company or companies operate. You must also comply with the UK’s Bribery Act 2010. 

You must not deal with any person who is on a sanctions list or is a ‘Specially Designated National’ (SDN) under any applicable international sanctions regime, including the US, EU, UN and UK. 

You must not engage in any activity, transaction or business relationship relating to your work for Hyve that would cause Hyve to breach sanctions or export control laws, including those of the US, EU, UN and UK. Such activity may include deals with individuals, entities, countries or territories that are subject to such restrictions. 

You must avoid any situation where personal, financial or other interests could improperly influence your work for Hyve. Any actual or potential conflicts of interest relating to your relationship with Hyve should be disclosed promptly. 

DATA PRIVACY

We have respect for intellectual property rights, data and confidential information and you must safeguard the same against loss and unauthorised use, disclosure, alteration or access. Our intellectual property and confidential information must only be handled, and data processed on our behalf must only be processed, for the purposes for which it was made available, received or collected in accordance with the reasonable directions provided by Hyve. 

You must comply with applicable data protection and privacy laws in all jurisdictions in which you operate, including those where you may handle or process data on our behalf. 

ENVIRONMENT

Hyve seeks to minimise our impact on the environment and you are encouraged to use sustainable resources and improve your environmental performance. You are requested to minimise waste by reduction, re-use and recycling methods wherever possible. 

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Hyve is committed to ensuring robust standards of health and safety at our events. You are required to obtain all requisite quality, health, safety and environment related permits, licenses and registrations; to maintain the same; and to comply with their operational event rules and regulations. You must ensure proper provision is made for the health, safety and welfare of employees, visitors, contractors, the community and the environment.  

CONTACT US

If you need to contact us for any reason concerning this Code of Conduct please email us at [email protected].

You are encouraged to raise any concerns about potential breaches of this Code via the above email address or via [email protected].