Modern Slavery Statement
October 2025
Organisation
This statement applies to Unimed Electrode Supplies Ltd (“the Organisation”) and covers the financial year 2025 and 2026.
Organisational Structure
Unimed Electrode Supplies Ltd is a UK-registered company based at 10 Farnham Business Centre, Dogflud Way, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7UP. The company is owned by Spes Medica S.r.l., headquartered in Italy, and operates under the direction of Managing Director Lisa Wilkinson and Director Matteo Mistretta.
Unimed has a centralised office in Farnham and staff are also able to work remotely when appropriate, particularly in the areas of Marketing, Finance, Sales, and Management.
There are no overseas operations, subsidiaries, or divisions.
Activities
Unimed is a UK distributor of medical consumables and accessories for neurophysiology and intraoperative monitoring (IOM).
Products are supplied primarily to hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers within the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Demand for Unimed’s products is consistent year-round and not seasonal.
All operational and distribution activities are carried out within the United Kingdom, with logistics partners supporting shipments to customers.
Definitions
Unimed considers that modern slavery encompasses:
- Human trafficking
- Forced or bonded labour
- Servitude or coercion through threat or abuse
- Being treated as property or controlled through abuse or intimidation
- Restrictions on movement or freedom
Commitment
Unimed acknowledges its responsibilities under the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and is fully committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in its business operations and supply chains.
Unimed does not knowingly engage with any organisation involved in slavery, servitude, or forced labour, and strictly adheres to all UK employment legislation.
Employment practices are fair, transparent, and exceed minimum statutory standards where possible.
Supply Chains
Unimed’s supply chain includes medical device and accessory manufacturers primarily based in Europe (including Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands), with smaller volumes sourced through UK-based distributors.
The company maintains close, long-standing relationships with its suppliers and only works with reputable, compliant manufacturers who uphold high standards of ethical and regulatory conduct.
All suppliers are expected to comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and relevant EU and UK employment regulations.
Potential Exposure
Given the nature of Unimed’s operations—distributing regulated medical products sourced from established European manufacturers—the organisation considers its exposure to modern slavery to be low.
However, Unimed recognises that vigilance is essential and maintains oversight to ensure ethical conduct throughout its supply chain.
Steps Taken
To mitigate risk and uphold its commitment to ethical business practices, Unimed has:
- Reviewed supplier relationships and requires that suppliers uphold the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
- Incorporated termination rights into supplier contracts where unethical or illegal labour practices are identified.
- Ensured that all recruitment and employment practices comply with UK employment law.
- Provided ongoing awareness to management and staff regarding ethical conduct and supplier responsibility.
- Embedded a zero-tolerance approach toward modern slavery across all operations and supplier engagements.
Key Performance Indicators
To measure the effectiveness of this approach, Unimed monitors:
- The number of suppliers reviewed for compliance with ethical standards.
- Any reported concerns related to modern slavery (none to date).
- Staff awareness and compliance with internal policies.
Policies
This statement aligns with Unimed’s internal policies, including:
- Ethical Sourcing and Procurement Policy
- Whistleblowing Policy
- Recruitment and Equal Opportunities Policy
These policies collectively reinforce the organisation’s stance on fairness, transparency, and zero tolerance toward modern slavery.
Slavery Compliance Officer
Concerns regarding modern slavery should be reported to the Managing Director (Lisa Wilkinson), who acts as Unimed’s Slavery Compliance Officer.
All reports will be reviewed, and appropriate action taken in accordance with company policy.
Approval
This statement is made in accordance with Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and will be reviewed and updated annually.
Approved by:
Lisa Wilkinson
Managing Director
Unimed Electrode Supplies Ltd
10 Farnham Business Centre, Dogflud Way, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7UP
Date: 9 October 2025