Human Right & Ethical Sourcing Statement

At Ballia Corpus (operating under the registered brand name LyonsBarry®), we are committed to respecting and promoting human rights, ethical sourcing, and responsible business practices throughout our operations and supply chain. We believe that protecting dignity, ensuring fairness, and supporting safe working conditions are essential to building trust with our customers, employees, and partners worldwide.

1. Our Commitment to Human Rights

• We uphold the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs), and the International Labour Organization (ILO) Core Conventions.

• We strictly prohibit:

  • Forced labour or bonded labour

  • Child labour and exploitation of minors

  • Human trafficking or modern slavery

  • Discrimination, harassment, or unsafe working conditions

• We promote fair wages, non-discrimination, and safe, healthy workplaces.

2. Ethical Sourcing Standards

• We expect all suppliers, contractors, and business partners to share our values and comply with ethical sourcing requirements.

• Our suppliers are required to:

  • Respect local and international labour laws.

  • Provide safe working environments.

  • Prohibit child labour and forced labour.

  • Ensure workers are paid fair wages in line with legal requirements.

  • Avoid sourcing from regions or entities linked to conflict, exploitation, or human rights abuses.

3. Supply Chain Due Diligence

• We conduct due diligence and risk assessments on suppliers to verify compliance with ethical and human rights standards.

• Where possible, we carry out audits, certifications, and compliance checks (including GMP, ISO, FSSAI, and ethical trade audits).

• If a supplier is found to be in violation of our policies, we will take corrective action and, if necessary, terminate the relationship.

4. Fair Employment & Working Conditions

• We are committed to fair hiring practices, safe workplaces, and non-discrimination for all employees.

• We support the rights of workers to join trade unions and engage in collective bargaining where permitted by law.

• We maintain policies against harassment, abuse, and exploitation in any form.

5. Transparency & Global Compliance

This statement aligns with global regulatory and ethical requirements, including but not limited to:

• UK Modern Slavery Act (2015)

• California Transparency in Supply Chains Act (2010)

• EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (upcoming)

• India’s labour and human rights protections under national law

6. Reporting Concerns

We encourage employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report concerns related to human rights, labour practices, or unethical sourcing. Reports can be made confidentially to:

Email: care@lyonsbarry.in
Postal Address:
Ballia Corpus (LyonsBarry®)
369, Industrial area, Briz-2
City Taraori, District Karnal
Haryana, Postal Code 132116, India

We will investigate all concerns promptly and take appropriate action.

7. Continuous Improvement

We are committed to regularly reviewing and strengthening our human rights and ethical sourcing practices, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring that our supply chains reflect our values of integrity, fairness, and respect.