Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement This statement sets out our commitment to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery risk can exist in every sector and geography, and we take a zero-tolerance approach to any practice that compromises human rights. Our anti-slavery commitment applies to employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners.

We expect the highest standards of conduct from everyone associated with our organisation. To support this, we maintain policies and procedures designed to identify, prevent, and address potential risks. These controls are regularly communicated across the business so that our people understand their responsibilities and act with vigilance. We also require suppliers to uphold the same principles and to demonstrate compliance with labour and human rights laws.

Our modern slavery statement reflects the belief that ethical business is essential to long-term success. By embedding human rights considerations into decision-making, we aim to reduce vulnerability in our operations and purchasing activities. This includes risk assessment at the point of onboarding, review of working conditions, and attention to sectors where exploitation may be more likely.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery. Any confirmed breach, or credible suspicion of abuse, is treated with urgency and may lead to immediate corrective action, suspension of business, or termination of a relationship where appropriate. We do not permit retaliation against anyone who raises concerns in good faith.

Our slavery and human trafficking policy is supported by training and internal controls that help staff recognise warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld wages, debt bondage, or coercion. Managers are responsible for ensuring that decisions are made in line with this commitment and that risks are escalated quickly.

We expect suppliers to share our commitment through their own policies, contract terms, and labour practices. Where gaps are identified, we seek improvement plans with clear deadlines. If meaningful progress is not made, we will reconsider the relationship. This approach reinforces our strong position on modern slavery prevention and accountability.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Supplier audits are a key part of our approach to supply chain integrity. We carry out risk-based assessments before onboarding and conduct periodic reviews thereafter, prioritising suppliers in higher-risk regions or sectors. Audits may include document checks, worker interviews, site inspections, and verification of subcontracting arrangements.

Where risks are identified, we request evidence of remediation and may require action plans to improve recruitment practices, wage payment, working hours, or freedom of movement. Our supplier audit process is intended not only to detect problems but also to encourage stronger standards throughout the supply chain.

We also expect suppliers to cascade similar expectations to their own vendors. This helps us extend our anti-slavery due diligence beyond direct contracts and reduce hidden risk. Records of assessments, findings, and corrective actions are maintained to support transparency and informed decision-making.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

We encourage all employees and external stakeholders to report concerns relating to suspected exploitation, unsafe recruitment, or unethical labour practices. Reports can be made through internal management lines, compliance processes, or other approved reporting channels established for safeguarding and ethics matters. Concerns may be raised anonymously where permitted.

The organisation treats all reports seriously and investigates them promptly, fairly, and confidentially where possible. Our reporting channels are designed to make speaking up accessible, and we promote awareness so that everyone understands how to escalate issues without fear of reprisal. Substantiated concerns trigger remedial action and, where relevant, external reporting.

We recognise that effective reporting is vital to preventing harm. For that reason, our modern slavery controls include awareness training, escalation procedures, and oversight by responsible leaders. These measures help ensure that potential issues are addressed early and that the rights and dignity of affected individuals are protected.

Governance, Review, and Continuous Improvement

Our governance framework assigns clear responsibility for overseeing slavery risk and monitoring progress against our commitments. Senior leadership reviews key indicators, audit outcomes, and emerging risks to ensure appropriate action is taken. This oversight helps keep our approach practical, responsive, and aligned with legal and ethical expectations.

We will review this Modern Slavery Statement annually and update it where necessary to reflect changes in our business, risk profile, or legislation. The annual review also considers lessons learned from supplier audits, incident investigations, and employee training activity so that our response continues to improve.

Through ongoing vigilance, robust supplier checks, and a clear reporting culture, we aim to prevent exploitation wherever it may occur. Our commitment is to act responsibly, uphold human rights, and maintain a supply chain built on fairness, respect, and accountability.