Vogue UK is an ethical and socially responsible business organisation that places a premium on dealing fairly with employees, customers, government regulators and the public. Our success depends upon maintaining the trust of these essential constituencies. Each employee who acts for Vogue UK is responsible for its good name. Because our corporate integrity is so important, we have adopted this Code of Conduct, which describes the high moral standards we are expected always to demonstrate in performing our jobs. The purpose of our Code of Conduct is to strengthen our ethical climate and to provide basic guidelines for situations in which ethical issues arise.
It is the policy of Vogue UK’s team to comply with all applicable laws, including, without limitation, employment, discrimination, health, safety, antitrust, securities and environmental laws. No director, executive or manager of Vogue UK has authority to violate any law or to direct another employee or any other person to violate any law on behalf of the Company.
Each and every employee and director of Vogue UK, without exception, is, and will be held, responsible for the observance of this Code of Conduct. If any employee has questions about any section of this Code of Conduct, he or she should direct all questions to the superior officer in charge of his or her division, Human Resources. If an employee becomes aware that another employee has violated this Code of Conduct, he or she is obligated to report it in accordance with procedures set forth below. No one has the authority to retaliate against an employee who reports a possible violation. Failure to comply with any of the provisions of this Code of Conduct subjects the employee to disciplinary measures up to and including termination.
Implementation
Our Relationship with the Company and Each Other
We Respect the Individual and Diversity
We Live Our Values
We Avoid Conflicts of Interest
We Invite Full Participation and Support Diversity
We Work in a Positive Environment
We Do Not Employ Child or Forced Labour
We Provide a Safe Workplace
We Respect Each Other's Privacy
We Safeguard Company Property and Information
We Respect the Information of Others
We Maintain Accurate Books and Records and Report Results with Integrity
Our Relationship with Our Customers
We Obey All Laws and Regulations
We Provide Quality Products and Services
We Seek Business Openly and Honestly
We Follow Accurate Billing Procedures
We Safeguard the Property of Others
We Comply with Government Procurement Regulations
Our Relationship with Our Suppliers
We Seek Long-Term Relationships
We Will Not Be Influenced By Gifts
Our Relationship with Others
We Comply with Local Laws
We Do Not Make Improper Political Contributions
We Protect the Environment
We Require Those Representing the Company to Act With Integrity
We Comply with Anti-boycott Laws
We Comply with Export Control and Import Laws