Unique identifier: PB13475

This statement sets out Defra’s policy on ethical procurement. It is based largely on the following principles with advice on how to put them into practice:

• Working conditions are safe;
• Good health is promoted;
• Employment is freely chosen;
• Working hours are not excessive;
• Wages meet at least national legal standards;
• Training is provided;
• No discrimination is practised;
• Diversity and good workforce practices are encouraged;
• Child labour is eliminated;
• No inhumane treatment is allowed.

Further information

• Sustainable development

Downloads

19 April 2011

• ethical-procurement-policy-statement (pdf, 149 KB)