Modern Slavery Statement

Dicksons of Inverness
Modern Slavery Statement 2025

This statement is made by Dicksons of Inverness in accordance with section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. It outlines the steps we have taken during the financial year ending 31st December 2025 to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains.

We recognise our responsibility to be alert to the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and wider supply chain. While we have not yet undertaken a formal review process, we remain committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings.

This statement is publicly available via our website and may be requested by any party wishing to understand our approach.

Who We Are

Dicksons of Inverness is a family-owned motor group based in the Highlands of Scotland. We represent a number of automotive manufacturers and operate across multiple sites at our Inverness dealership providing vehicle sales, servicing, MOTs, parts, repairs and associated support services.

We employ over 90 people and serve customers throughout the north of Scotland. In addition to vehicle sales and servicing, we work with finance providers, insurers, and third-party contractors for functions such as cleaning, building maintenance, and branded clothing.

Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains include:

• Vehicle manufacturers and distributors
• Parts and accessories suppliers
• Cleaning, valet and facilities contractors
• IT and administrative services
• Workwear and promotional merchandise providers

Due to the nature of the automotive industry, our supply chains are complex and involve both national and international elements. We recognise that sectors such as textile manufacturing, international logistics, and raw material extraction present heightened risks in relation to modern slavery and human trafficking.

Policies in Relation to Slavery and Human Trafficking

Dicksons of Inverness has a zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery and human trafficking. We operate in accordance with UK employment law and ensure that all directly employed staff are paid fairly and have the legal right to work in the UK.

We are committed to taking steps to reduce the risk of exploitation within our business and supply chain, in line with our responsibilities under the Modern Slavery Act.

Due Diligence and Risk Management

While we have not yet undertaken formal audits or risk assessments across all suppliers, we have implemented a number of internal controls and are continuing to develop our approach.

Current practices include:

• Internal checks – We verify the right to work for all employees and ensure compliance with UK minimum wage legislation.
• Contractor scrutiny – Where we engage third-party contractors (e.g. for cleaning, valet, or facilities services), we only work with trusted suppliers who have been vetted by relevant managers. Where possible, we aim to bring these services in-house to maintain oversight.

Planned developments from 2025 include:

• Supplier compliance – All new suppliers must confirm that they comply with the Modern Slavery Act before entering into a business relationship with us. Periodic reviews are being introduced for existing suppliers to ensure continued compliance.
• Supplier Code of Conduct – We are preparing to implement a Supplier Code of Conduct, which will set out our expectations on fair labour practices, anti-slavery standards, and adherence to UK employment law.
• Training and awareness – We intend to roll out training for senior managers and relevant team leaders to help them recognise and manage risks related to modern slavery.

We acknowledge that these measures are still being embedded and commit to continually reviewing and strengthening our processes to ensure ethical standards across our operations.

Key Performance Indicators

We do not yet track specific KPIs in relation to modern slavery risk. However, we are exploring options to introduce basic measures of progress such as:

• Percentage of suppliers who confirm compliance with the Modern Slavery Act.
• Number of relevant staff trained in identifying modern slavery risks.
• Progress in implementing formal supplier assessments.

Training and Awareness

We have not yet rolled out any formal training on modern slavery and human trafficking. However, our senior leadership team is aware of the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act, and we intend to begin raising awareness across relevant departments as part of our broader approach to compliance and ethical trading.

Next Steps for 2025

In 2025, we aim to further formalise our approach for more structured engagement with the issue of modern slavery. This includes:

• Drafting and adopting an internal policy on modern slavery.
• Introducing a supplier code of conduct.
• Considering basic supplier checks at the point of onboarding.
• Exploring options for staff training, starting with management and procurement teams.

 This statement represents our first formal publication under the Modern Slavery Act 2015. It has been approved by the Directors of Dicksons of Inverness and will be reviewed and updated annually.

Signed,
Fraser Bryce
Managing Director, Dicksons of Inverness
Date: June 2025