Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our commitment to preventing slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms, including forced labour, debt bondage, child exploitation, and the withholding of identity documents. Our approach is grounded in a zero-tolerance policy, supported by practical controls, staff awareness, and responsible procurement practices.

We expect every employee, contractor, and business partner to act with integrity and to uphold the principles of human rights. This modern slavery statement reflects our responsibility to identify risks early, respond decisively, and strengthen safeguards over time. We are committed to continuous improvement and to ensuring that our business does not contribute, directly or indirectly, to exploitation.

Our governance framework assigns clear accountability for preventing modern slavery. Senior leadership reviews risk areas, monitors compliance activities, and ensures that anti-slavery expectations are embedded in operational decisions. Through this modern slavery commitment, we promote ethical conduct and require that our standards are understood at every level of the organisation.

Supplier management is a key part of our strategy. We conduct risk-based supplier audits to assess labour practices, working conditions, recruitment methods, and document retention. Where concerns are identified, we require corrective action plans, closer monitoring, and, when necessary, the suspension or termination of the relationship. These audits help us to improve visibility across higher-risk categories and regions.

All suppliers are expected to comply with our contractual standards, which prohibit forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, and abusive disciplinary practices. We seek assurance that workers are employed voluntarily, paid fairly, and able to leave employment in line with lawful notice requirements. Our anti-slavery statement reinforces that ethical sourcing is not optional but a core business requirement.

We also recognise the importance of accessible reporting channels. Employees and external stakeholders can raise concerns about suspected exploitation, unsafe recruitment practices, or breaches of policy through confidential reporting mechanisms. Reports are reviewed promptly and handled sensitively, with safeguards against retaliation. This enables us to investigate concerns and take appropriate action where needed.

Training and awareness are essential to our response. Relevant teams receive guidance on identifying warning signs, including unusual payment arrangements, restricted freedom of movement, and excessive working hours. Procurement, operations, and management teams are encouraged to apply due diligence consistently and to escalate concerns without delay. Our statement on modern slavery supports a culture in which responsible decision-making is expected.

We maintain a risk-based due diligence process when onboarding and reviewing suppliers. This includes considering industry, geography, labour intensity, and use of subcontractors. Higher-risk relationships may require enhanced evidence, policy confirmation, and follow-up reviews. By combining audits with due diligence, we strengthen our ability to detect and address vulnerabilities in the supply chain.

Where remediation is possible, we work with suppliers to improve controls and protect affected workers. Where serious breaches are substantiated, we take decisive action, which may include ending the commercial relationship. Our modern slavery policy is designed not only to identify misconduct, but also to ensure that remediation is meaningful and worker-focused.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure that it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal requirements, business developments, and emerging risk patterns. The annual review assesses the effectiveness of training, reporting routes, audit outcomes, and supplier remediation activities. Any material updates are incorporated into our policies and control environment.

The annual review also helps us measure progress against our zero-tolerance policy and refine our approach to supplier oversight. We use the findings to improve awareness, strengthen controls, and prioritise the areas most exposed to risk. In this way, our modern slavery framework remains practical, responsive, and accountable.

We remain committed to preventing exploitation in all forms and to promoting dignity, fairness, and transparency throughout our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement represents our ongoing commitment to act responsibly, strengthen oversight, and uphold human rights wherever we do business.