Modern Day Slavery Statement

Business Name: Tipsy Books

Address: 9 Grenville Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2EA

This statement is made in accordance with the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps Tipsy Books takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chains.

Our Commitment

Tipsy Books is committed to conducting business ethically and with integrity. We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking in any form.

We are committed to acting responsibly and expect the same high standards from our suppliers and business partners.

Our Business

Tipsy Books is an independent book retailer based in Bideford, Devon. Our activities include:

Retail sale of books and related products
Event hosting and book club services
Online and in-store sales

Our supply chain primarily consists of:

UK-based book wholesalers and publishers
Courier and delivery services
Payment and website service providers

Risk Assessment

As a small independent retailer operating primarily within the UK book trade, we consider our exposure to modern slavery risk to be relatively low. However, we recognise that risks may exist within wider global publishing and logistics supply chains.

We remain vigilant and committed to responsible sourcing.

Due Diligence & Supplier Expectations

We seek to work with reputable suppliers and partners who:

Comply with UK employment and labour laws
Operate ethically and lawfully
Prohibit forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking

Where appropriate, we rely on established UK and international publishers and distributors who are subject to their own compliance frameworks.

Internal Practices

Although we are a small business, we are committed to:

Fair and lawful employment practices
Compliance with UK employment legislation
Providing a safe and respectful working environment

We do not tolerate any form of forced or compulsory labour within our business.

Ongoing Commitment

We will continue to:

Review our suppliers where appropriate
Raise awareness of ethical sourcing
Act promptly if any concerns regarding modern slavery arise

If we become aware of any instance of modern slavery or unethical practices within our supply chain, we will take appropriate action, including reviewing or terminating supplier relationships where necessary.

Approval

This statement reflects our commitment to ethical business practices and will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains relevant and appropriate to our business operations.