CED Stone landscape brochure

166 CED Stone Group are full and active members of the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI), having joined with them back in April 2012. Widespread issues around worker’s rights are often interconnected with other aspects such as economic poverty, cultural differences and political problems. Global supply chains are highly complex, and it can be challenging for companies in the hard landscaping industry who are committed to trading ethically. Using our knowledge of potential ethical sourcing issues and through our work with the ETI we are better able to influence change using a collaborative approach. The ETI brings corporate, trade union and voluntary sector members together in a unique alliance that enables us to collectively tackle many thorny issues that cannot be addressed by individual companies working alone. Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Over the years, they have played a key role in convening businesses and key government players to discuss the Modern Slavery Bill, lobbying the UK government to promote ethical procurement and presenting to foreign governments. Through our involvement with the ETI, we are able to harness the expertise, knowledge and resources of all the affiliate members to identify problems and help develop innovative, long-lasting solutions. We measure our success by the way in which workers can successfully negotiate for a better working life, where their rights are respected. For further information about the work of the Ethical Trading Initiative, or to see a full version of the Base Code, please visit www.ethicaltrade.org The Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) is a leading alliance of companies, trade unions and NGOs that promotes respect for workers’ rights around the globe. Our vision is a world where all workers are free from exploitation and discrimination, and enjoy conditions of freedom, security and equity. The Ethical Trading Initiative Working with The Shri Radhey Sewa Trust; visitng children at the school we support in Jaipur, Rajasthan.