Modern slavery act

Introduction

This statement is produced in line with the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (“Act”) and is made by Cignpost Group Limited (“Cignpost”) for the financial year that ended 31st March 2024 (the “financial year”). Cignpost is opposed to all forms of slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking offences in the UK and abroad and is fully supportive of the aims of the Act. This statement sets out the activities we undertook during the financial year to combat modern slavery in our organisation and supply chains.

Our Organisation

Cignpost Group was originally established in 2014 to create innovative insurance products, that are designed in-house and optimised through the Cignpost processes and practices. With the head office at Peper Harow Estate in Surrey as well as offices in Grantham and Norwich, we’re a 40 strong employee business providing digital and advised insurance solutions to both individual as well as corporate customers.

Our Policies

Cignpost has a Whistleblowing Policy which encourages all employees, contractors and consultants to report any concerns related to Cignpost’s activities or its supply chains. We also have a Code of Conduct which sets out the actions and behaviours expected of all staff engaged by Cignpost.

Due Diligence

Cignpost undertakes risk assessments and appropriate due diligence in respect of human rights and modern slavery when considering engaging new suppliers. We regularly review our arrangements with our existing suppliers, and our personnel who are engaged in compliance activities within Cignpost are responsible for identifying and monitoring risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chain. To date, no known or suspected instances of modern slavery or human trafficking have been reported. This statement has been approved by the board of directors of Cignpost Group Limited.