Policies

As a Company, we comply with the principles of good corporate governance and have policies in place to support this commitment.

Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy

The DS Smith Group does not tolerate any form of corruption and is committed to complying with applicable anti-corruption laws in all countries in which it conducts business. Learn more about Anti-Corruption Policy

Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy

As a Group, DS Smith maintains relationships with many different organisations in its supply chain, as well as directly employing large numbers of people. DS Smith has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery both within the Group and within its supply chain. Learn more about our Modern Slavery Policy

Board Diversity and Inclusion Policy

The Board acknowledges the importance of diversity in its broadest sense in the boardroom as a driver of Board effectiveness.

Board Diversity and Inclusion Policy

Code of Conduct

Our reputation as a Group is founded on always meeting the highest ethical standards. The DS Smith Code of Conduct has been created to clarify our ethical position on key topics. Learn more about our Code of Conduct

Corporate Criminal Offence (Anti-Facilitation of Tax Evasion) Policy

The Policy is obligatory and sets out those compliance processes in respect of potential tax evasion offences and the facilitation of them which must be implemented and followed by each company in the DS Smith Group. Corporate Criminal Offence (Anti-Facilitation of Tax Evasion) Policy

Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discrimination Policy

The DS Smith Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment.

Learn more about Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discrimination Policy

Gifts & Hospitality Policy

The DS Smith Group recognises that the act of giving and accepting gifts can be part of building normal business relationships. Gifts & Hospitality Policy

Group Health and Safety Policy

We are committed to providing safe and healthy working conditions for the prevention of work-related injury and ill health to ensure that our people work in an environment where they, our contractors, site visitors and the public are safe and healthy. Group Health and Safety Policy

Group Tax Policy

The purpose of this Tax Strategy is to outline the approach adopted by DS Smith in managing the tax obligations and activities of the DS Smith Group, and make that approach clear to stakeholders. Learn more about Group Tax Policy

Human Rights Policy

At DS Smith we believe everyone deserves to be treated with fairness, respect, and dignity. We are committed to conducting our business in a responsible manner, respecting the human rights of our workers and everyone we come into contact with. This policy helps us ensure this and is overseen by the Modern Slavery and Human Rights Committee. Human Rights Policy

Speak Up Policy

DS Smith is committed to the highest ethical standards in the way in which we engage with each other, our customers, employees, contingent workers, shareholders, suppliers and other stakeholders. It is DS Smith’s policy to build a climate where employees know that they will be supported if they report suspected breaches of our Code of Conduct to management. The alternative ways to raise a concern contained within the Speak Up Policy are available to any stakeholder who might suspect an incident of malpractice, unethical behaviour or breach of local laws.

Speak Up Policy