Signet Jewelers Limited, the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewellery, recently submitted its fourth consecutive Conflict Minerals Report to the SEC in accordance with Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Act.
Signet was one of only four companies to have its gold “conflict-free” filing with the SEC independently audited in line with Section 1502 requirements in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Now Signet has extended its “conflict-free” reporting under Section 1502 for a fourth consecutive year.
Signet believes that a responsible, conflict-free supply chain is fundamental to the reputation of the jewellery industry. Signet is, therefore, committed to continuing our long-standing efforts to advance responsible sourcing throughout the global jewellery industry supply chain, the company statement said, adding, coupled with Signet’s efforts to source “conflict free” gold, we also aim to lead the continuous improvement in the integrity of the global jewellery supply chain. To this end, over the last four years, our accomplishments include:
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