Introduction
At Affinia (“The Firm”, “We”, “Our”), we have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking across all aspects of our business. We are committed to taking all reasonable steps to prevent any form of exploitation within our operations and supply chains.
We recognise our responsibility under the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and proactively ensure that our business practices remain ethical, transparent, and compliant with all relevant regulations.
Our business
Affinia is a UK-based accounting, tax, and business advisory firm, backed by Sovereign Capital Partners. We bring together technical financial experts to support businesses with strategic financial planning. Our core services include accountancy, tax planning, audit, corporate finance, and digital solutions, helping clients navigate financial challenges and optimise their operations.
Our commitments
The Firm is dedicated to:
- Identifying and mitigating risks of modern slavery across our operations and supplier relationships.
- Conducting due diligence to assess clients and third-party suppliers.
- Conducting regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and take appropriate actions
- Providing training and awareness programs to employees on modern slavery and ethical sourcing.
- Strengthening policies to uphold human rights and fair labour practices.
Additionally, we engage with clients who:
- Comply with international labour standards, including fair wages and safe working conditions.
- Demonstrate ethical supply chain practices and transparency.
- Have policies in place to prevent modern slavery and forced labour.
Reporting and compliance
Affinia encourages employees and clients to report concerns regarding modern slavery. We have established a confidential reporting mechanism and commit to investigating all reported cases promptly including taking corrective actions where required.
The Whistleblower Officer at Affinia is Michael Warman.
Board approval
This statement has been published in accordance with Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and has been approved by the Affinia Board on 29 May 2025.
Last updated on: 26th June 2025