UPDATE 17/7/2024
1. Organisational structure, our business and supply chains
We are an omnichannel retailer of musical instruments and music equipment established in 1994. We operate a single ecommerce website - www.gak.co.uk alongside our physical retail store in Brighton, East Sussex. We have warehousing and logistics sites in both Brighton, East Sussex and Paddock Wood, Kent
We stock and supply products manufactured and distributed by many of the industry's leading brands across a full range of price points and product categories. Over 90% of the products we supply are sourced from manufacturer or distributor warehouses within the UK and EU.
The majority of our revenue comes directly from consumers but we also supply educational and governmental institutions. Customers mainly purchase from GAK directly from our website or our Brighton retail store, but they can also purchase over the phone via our telesales team. Certain products are also available via other third-party sites such as eBay and Reverb.
2. Our policy relating to slavery and human trafficking
We condemn all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and any violation of human rights. We recognize our responsibility to uphold and promote ethical business practices and to protect the rights and dignity of all individuals who are associated with our business and supply chains.
GAK is committed to:
Where possible, ensuring our business and supply chains are free from modern slavery and human trafficking.
Raising awareness and educating our employees, suppliers, contractors, and partners about the risks and indicators of modern slavery and human trafficking.
Promoting a culture of transparency, integrity, and accountability throughout our organisation and supply chains.
3. Due diligence processes in relation to slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains
We may conduct ongoing risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. We may also conduct due diligence on our suppliers and contractors where deemed necessary, to ensure they share our commitment to ethical business practices.
GAK will comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to modern slavery and human trafficking. This includes but is not limited to, the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and any other relevant international legislation.
4. Areas of our business and supply chains where there is a risk of slavery and human trafficking taking place, and the steps taken to assess and manage this risk
At our discretion we will communicate our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking to our suppliers and contractors. Our procurement processes may include clauses that require suppliers and contractors to adhere to anti-slavery and anti-human trafficking principles.
The Company will encourage employees, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking. We will provide appropriate channels for reporting, and we will treat all reports confidentially and with the utmost seriousness.
5. GAKs effectiveness in ensuring that slavery and human trafficking is not taking place in our business or supply chains
The responsibility for the implementation and monitoring of this policy rests with the senior management team of GAK.co.uk LTD. All employees, suppliers, contractors, and partners are expected to support and adhere to this policy.
We are committed to continuously improving our efforts to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking. We will regularly review and update our policies, procedures, and practices to ensure they remain effective and aligned with best practices.
This policy will be reviewed annually or as needed to ensure its effectiveness and relevance. By implementing this policy, we aim to contribute to the eradication of modern slavery and human trafficking, uphold human rights, and create a more just and equitable society.
6. Staff Training in relation to modern slavery and human trafficking awareness
Where deemed necessary we will provide training to our employees, particularly those involved in procurement, supply chain management, and human resources, to raise awareness about modern slavery and human trafficking risks, indicators, and prevention methods
This policy will be made available to the public on our company website. We will also communicate our commitment and actions to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking through appropriate internal and external channels.
