O2's 2024 Modern Slavery Statement outlines comprehensive measures to mitigate forced labour risks in its global supply chain through enhanced due diligence, a consolidated supplier code of conduct, mandatory workforce training, and robust DE&I policies.

Virgin Media O2 published its 2024 Modern Slavery Statement outlining comprehensive measures to mitigate forced labour and modern slavery risks in its operations and global supply chain, including robust employee training, consolidated supplier codes of conduct, and rigorous risk-based due diligence.

O2 settled a disability discrimination case for £160,000 following claims that the company failed to adequately accommodate a disabled employee, resulting in a resignation. The settlement, reached without an admission of liability, was accompanied by an apology from O2.

Virgin Media O2 published a comprehensive Human Rights Statement detailing its commitment to internationally recognized human rights, including robust policies on diversity, equity, inclusion, fair workplace practices, and safe labor standards across its operations and supply chain.

Virgin Media O2 released a detailed human rights statement outlining its commitment to uphold international human rights standards across its operations. The statement reinforces protections such as the right to join a trade union, fair workplace conditions, non-discrimination, and measures to combat forced labor and human trafficking. The declaration also emphasizes diversity, equity and inclusion objectives and outlines training and grievance processes to maintain a respectful and safe working environment.

O2, the UK trading name of Telefónica Ltd, reached a settlement of £160,000 in a disability discrimination case brought by former sales advisor Eamon Bowen. The settlement, which included an apology without an admission of liability, followed claims that the company failed to appropriately implement occupational health recommendations, highlighting issues in treatment of employees with disabilities.

O2, operating as VMED O2 UK LIMITED, released its 2023 modern slavery statement summary which outlines its forced labour risk management practices and best practice supplier expectations as part of a telecom sector initiative with JAC.

Virgin Media O2 published its updated Code of Conduct Policy outlining its commitment to ethical business practices, employee rights, non-discrimination, anti-harassment measures, and transparent governance. The document emphasizes adherence to international labour standards and the protection of human rights, reinforcing the company's commitment to integrity and fairness in its operations.

O2 issued an apology after racist hate mail was inadvertently sent with SIM cards due to an automated process managed by a third‐party partner. The company confirmed that human checks were only applied after a query had been raised and announced that it would review its entire process to prevent such occurrences.