Modern Slavery Statement

Our organisation is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards and to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour in every part of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address risks across our activities and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms and may be hidden behind otherwise legitimate business practices. For that reason, we apply zero-tolerance principles and expect the same from everyone who works with us.

We operate with a clear zero-tolerance policy toward any form of slavery or exploitation. This policy applies to all employees, contractors, officers, and business partners. It is supported by internal controls, staff training, and risk-based due diligence designed to detect and prevent abuse. We expect all individuals involved in our business to act with integrity and to report any concerns promptly. Modern slavery prevention is not a one-time exercise; it is an ongoing responsibility that shapes how we source, manage, and review our relationships.

Our approach is guided by respect for human rights and fair treatment in the workplace. We require that recruitment practices remain transparent, wages are paid lawfully, and working conditions are safe and voluntary. Any sign of coercion, document retention, intimidation, or debt bondage is treated as a serious concern. Through this framework, our slavery statement supports a culture of accountability and helps ensure that ethical conduct is embedded throughout the business.

Supplier Standards and Due Diligence

Our supply chain is an area of particular focus. We conduct supplier audits using a risk-based approach that considers geography, industry sector, labour profile, and the nature of the goods or services supplied. These supplier audits may include document reviews, worker interviews, site inspections, and assessments of recruitment and employment practices. Where risks are identified, we require corrective action plans and monitor progress closely. In serious cases, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the relationship.

We also expect suppliers to uphold the same standards we apply internally. Contracts and procurement processes are designed to reinforce compliance with laws relating to labour rights, working hours, and freedom of association. Suppliers must not use forced labour, trafficked labour, or exploitative subcontracting arrangements. Supply-chain oversight is strengthened through onboarding checks, periodic reassessments, and targeted audits for higher-risk categories. This helps us maintain visibility across the modern slavery risk landscape and respond quickly to concerns.

If a supplier is found to be falling short of our expectations, we work constructively where improvement is possible. However, repeated failures, deliberate concealment, or evidence of severe abuse will not be tolerated. We believe responsible sourcing is integral to long-term business resilience and to the protection of vulnerable workers.

Reporting, Investigation, and Review

We encourage anyone with concerns about possible exploitation to raise them through our internal reporting channels. Reports may be made anonymously where permitted, and all allegations are reviewed carefully and confidentially. No person will suffer retaliation for making a report in good faith. This reporting process is central to our modern slavery controls because early disclosure enables timely investigation and action. Speaking up supports prevention, and it helps us identify patterns that may otherwise go unnoticed.

Where a concern is raised, we investigate proportionately and promptly. Investigations may involve interviews, document checks, and collaboration with relevant managers or procurement teams. If modern slavery is suspected or confirmed, we take decisive corrective action, which may include safeguarding affected individuals, improving controls, or ending a business relationship. We also use lessons learned to strengthen our policies, training, and risk assessments.

We undertake an annual review of this statement and of the wider programme that supports it. This review assesses the effectiveness of our measures, including training completion, supplier audit outcomes, reporting trends, and any incidents identified during the year. The review enables us to update our anti-slavery controls so they remain relevant and effective. Annual review is an important safeguard because the nature of risk can change quickly across different markets and sourcing channels.

Governance and Ongoing Commitment

Before the close of each reporting cycle, senior leaders consider the results of the annual review and determine any additional actions needed. Oversight ensures that modern slavery prevention remains a board-level priority and that accountability is maintained across the organisation. This governance approach reinforces our commitment to ethical business conduct and to continuous improvement in our modern slavery statement.

We understand that preventing exploitation requires vigilance, transparency, and consistent action. Our policies, supplier audits, reporting channels, and annual review process work together to reduce risk and promote fair treatment. We will continue to strengthen our controls, expand awareness, and embed responsible practices throughout our operations and supply chains. Modern slavery has no place in our business, and we remain committed to doing our part to help eradicate it.

Statement of commitment: we will uphold human rights, challenge unlawful labour practices, and maintain a zero-tolerance stance wherever risk emerges. Through sustained diligence and continuous improvement, our Modern Slavery Statement will continue to reflect our obligations and our values.