Modern Slavery Statement

Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Introduction

Weatherbys Bank does not tolerate modern slavery or human trafficking within the Weatherbys Banking Group business operations and is committed to ensuring that its supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking. This Statement sets out the actions that Weatherbys Bank has taken and will continue to take, to understand and combat slavery and human trafficking risks within the businesses of the Weatherbys Banking Group.

Our business

Weatherbys Bank is a private limited company registered in England and Wales and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Weatherbys Bank Holdings Limited.

Weatherbys Bank provides private banking, wealth management, and commercial banking services, with offices in Wellingborough, London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. Weatherbys Bank subsidiaries include Arkle Finance Limited. The Weatherbys Banking Group prides itself on quality of service and reputation built on understanding client needs.

In support of our business operations, Weatherbys Bank purchases goods and services from a number of suppliers, the majority of which are based in the UK.

Our policy on slavery and human trafficking

We have specific procedures and processes regarding the onboarding of our suppliers, together with ongoing review, which reflect our commitment to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships, and additionally to ensure slavery and human trafficking is not taking place anywhere in our business or supply chains. We also operate a Group Whistleblowing Policy, which encourages our employees to report any concerns or wrongdoing.

Our policy on supply chain risk

We operate within a professional and regulated environment and do not have complex supply chains or obtain material services from suppliers with a high risk of slavery or human trafficking. We have adopted a risk-based approach to review existing suppliers and will adopt this approach for any new supplier with which we contract. Where applicable, we ensure that our suppliers have a contractual obligation to comply with all applicable laws that apply to their supply of goods and services to us, regardless of the jurisdiction in which they operate.

Due diligence processes for slavery and human trafficking

As part of our initiative to identify and mitigate the risk of slavery and human trafficking, we carry out an assessment process which denotes the level of due diligence and compliance checks required when engaging and working with suppliers. This ensures that the diligence undertaken is proportionate to the services provided. All our supplier relationships are reviewed on no less than an annual basis.

Training

Training is fundamental to raising awareness and educating all staff members on the issues highlighted in the Act. We intend to provide relevant training and development for all staff members to ensure a high level of understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our supply chains and business, and our obligations under the Act.

Looking Ahead

We will continue to review and report on the following indicators to assess the effectiveness of our actions:

• The number of employees trained in relation to slavery and human trafficking.
• Any non-compliance with the Modern Slavery Act and its requirements.

Conclusion

In 2025 we had no reported incidents of human rights breaches, slavery, or trafficking. We reiterate our commitment to the Act and its underlying principles.

Review

This Statement has been reviewed by key stakeholders and senior management and has been approved by the Weatherbys Bank Board of Directors. It will be reviewed annually and updated as required.

Approval

This statement is made with respect to the financial year ended 31 December 2025 in accordance with section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. It has been approved by the Weatherbys Bank Board of Directors.

 

Quentin Marshall
Chief Executive Officer
Weatherbys Bank Limited
21 May 2026