UNMASKING MINDS ADHD CLINIC

Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy 2026

1. Statement of Commitment

Unmasking Minds ADHD Clinic is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business and service delivery.

We recognise our responsibility to act ethically, with integrity, and to uphold human rights in line with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

We operate a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, exploitation, and human trafficking.

2. Our Business

Unmasking Minds ADHD Clinic is an independent, online-based ADHD service providing:

ADHD assessments

Medication review pathways

ADHD coaching

We work with:

Self-employed clinicians

Prescribers

ADHD coaches

Professional contractors

All services are delivered in accordance with agreed professional, ethical, and legal standards.

As an online service, our operational structure is digital and remote, which significantly reduces traditional labour supply chain risks.

3. Our Commitment

We are committed to ensuring that:

All individuals working with or for the clinic do so freely

All professionals are treated fairly and respectfully

No individual is subject to exploitation, coercion, abuse, or forced labour

Ethical and lawful practices underpin all engagement arrangements

Human dignity and autonomy are central to our governance framework.

4. Recruitment and Workforce Practices

All staff and professionals engaged by the clinic are recruited through transparent and ethical processes.

We ensure that:

All workers have the legal right to work in the UK

Engagement terms are clear, fair, and agreed in writing

Professionals operate on a self-employed basis with autonomy over their work

No worker is required to pay fees to obtain work with the clinic

No worker is subject to unfair deductions

No documents are withheld

No worker’s freedom of movement is restricted

All professionals are required to hold appropriate:

Qualifications

Professional registrations

Indemnity insurance

Compliance documentation

These safeguards reduce the risk of exploitation or coercion.

5. Supply Chains

As an online clinic, our supply chains are limited and primarily involve:

Digital service providers

Professional contractors

Regulated service platforms

We seek to work only with reputable organisations and individuals who align with ethical, lawful, and transparent working practices.

We avoid high-risk supply chain arrangements and maintain oversight of third-party service providers.

6. Safeguarding and Reporting

We promote an open and accountable culture where concerns can be raised without fear of negative consequences.

Any concerns relating to potential modern slavery or human trafficking connected to the clinic’s operations will:

Be taken seriously

Be investigated promptly

Be documented appropriately

Be escalated where necessary

Concerns may be raised:

Directly with the Director

Through safeguarding procedures

Through whistleblowing routes

Where appropriate, concerns will be reported to relevant statutory authorities.

7. Training and Awareness

Those involved in the management and operation of the clinic are expected to:

Be aware of the risks of modern slavery

Understand safeguarding responsibilities

Act in a way that protects individuals from harm

Uphold professional and ethical standards

Awareness of ethical practice, safeguarding, and professional responsibility forms part of our governance framework.

8. Legal Framework

This policy aligns with:

Modern Slavery Act 2015
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2015/30/contents

This policy is also displayed on our website:
https://information.unmaskingmindsadhdclinic.com/umaskedadhdclinic

9. Policy Review

This policy is reviewed regularly and updated as required to ensure ongoing compliance with legislation and best practice.

Policy Information

Approved by: Kathryn Wheatman, Director
Date Approved: 03/03/2026
Review Date: 03/03/2027
Organisation: Unmasking Minds ADHD Clinic