Ensum Brown is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chain. Although we are not legally required to publish a statement under the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (as our turnover is below the statutory threshold), we believe it is important to demonstrate our commitment to ethical conduct, transparency, and responsible business practices.

This statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address modern slavery risks within our operations.

Our Business Structure

Ensum Brown is a trading name used by the following companies:

• Neil Wise Royston Ltd (Company No. 12407730)
• Fraser Clemence Ltd (Company No. 14551686)
• Neil Wise (Lettings) Ltd (Company No. 13719588)

All entities are incorporated and registered in England and Wales, with a shared registered office at:

Hardcastle Burton, Lake House, Market Hill, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 9JN

We provide residential property sales, lettings, and related services across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas.

Our Supply Chain

Our supply chain primarily consists of:

• property maintenance contractors and tradespeople
• referencing and tenancy service providers
• marketing and digital service providers
• IT and software suppliers
• professional advisers (legal, financial, compliance)

We recognise that certain sectors — particularly construction, maintenance, and cleaning — may carry a higher risk of labour exploitation. We take steps to ensure that those we work with operate ethically and lawfully.

Our Policies and Due Diligence

We are committed to working only with suppliers and contractors who uphold the same high standards we expect of ourselves. Our internal policies include:

• Supplier and Contractor Vetting – we work with reputable, established contractors and service providers.
• AML and Identity Verification – we carry out robust checks on clients and relevant third parties.
• Whistleblowing – staff are encouraged to report concerns confidentially.
• Recruitment Practices – we do not use agency labour and conduct right‑to‑work checks on all employees.

Where appropriate, we may request confirmation from suppliers that they comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

Risk Assessment and Management

Given the nature of our business, the overall risk of modern slavery within our direct operations is low. However, we recognise potential risks in:

• property maintenance and repair services
• cleaning and facilities services
• outsourced marketing or administrative support

We monitor these areas and will take action if any concerns arise.

Training and Awareness

We ensure that staff involved in procurement, contractor management, and client onboarding understand:

• what modern slavery is
• how to identify warning signs
• how to report concerns internally

We will continue to review training needs as our business grows.

Reporting Concerns

Any concerns relating to modern slavery or unethical practices can be raised confidentially by contacting:

enquiries@ensumbrown.com

We will investigate all concerns promptly and take appropriate action.

Approval and Review

This statement is approved by the Directors of Ensum Brown and will be reviewed annually.