Modern Slavery Statement
Our organisation is committed to upholding human rights and preventing all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour within our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles, controls, and responsibilities that guide our approach. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that exploits individuals or undermines their dignity. Every employee, contractor, and supplier is expected to act with integrity, transparency, and respect.
Our commitment is embedded in governance, procurement, and due diligence processes. We assess risks across our operations and review higher-risk categories, geographies, and business relationships. Where concerns arise, we investigate promptly and take proportionate action. This includes corrective measures, enhanced monitoring, suspension of trading relationships, or termination where necessary. We believe that a credible anti-slavery approach must be proactive, consistent, and supported by leadership.
We also require suppliers to align with our expectations through contractual terms and ethical standards. Suppliers must confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or involuntary labour and that workers are treated lawfully and fairly. In support of this commitment, we conduct supplier audits and risk-based reviews to verify compliance. 
These audits may include document checks, worker interviews, and assessments of labour practices. Findings are tracked and addressed through corrective action plans when needed.
Training is provided to relevant employees so they can identify signs of exploitation and respond appropriately. Procurement teams, managers, and other key stakeholders are encouraged to remain alert to indicators such as restricted movement, retention of identity documents, wage deductions, or excessive recruitment fees. Our modern slavery policy is reinforced through regular communications and internal controls designed to prevent abuse before it occurs.
We maintain clear and accessible reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and in good faith. Employees and business partners may report suspected misconduct, unethical labour practices, or policy breaches without fear of retaliation. All reports are handled sensitively, investigated thoroughly, and escalated where necessary. We are committed to protecting whistleblowers and ensuring that all allegations are taken seriously. This reinforces our belief that an effective slavery and human trafficking statement must include practical mechanisms for speaking up.
As part of our supply chain management, we expect suppliers to cascade similar standards to their own subcontractors and labour providers. We ask them to maintain records that demonstrate lawful recruitment, fair wages, safe working conditions, and age verification where relevant. If issues are identified, we work with suppliers to improve practices where possible. However, if remediation is not achievable or the breach is severe, we will not hesitate to end the relationship. These actions support a robust modern slavery compliance framework.
We review this statement and our related procedures annually to ensure they remain effective, current, and aligned with evolving legal and ethical expectations. The review considers audit outcomes, incident reports, training completion, supplier performance, and emerging risks across markets and sectors. Updates are approved through internal governance processes and incorporated into our wider responsible business practices. This annual review helps us strengthen controls and improve accountability over time.
In addition to formal reviews, we continuously monitor our operations for opportunities to improve due diligence and prevention measures. We recognise that the risks associated with modern slavery can change quickly, particularly in complex supply chains and labour-intensive sectors. For that reason, our approach remains dynamic and evidence-based. We aim to foster long-term relationships with responsible partners who share our values and demonstrate respect for human rights.
This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to preventing exploitation in every part of our business. By enforcing a zero-tolerance stance, maintaining strong supplier oversight, supporting confidential reporting channels, and conducting an annual review, we strengthen our ability to detect and address risks effectively. We will continue to improve our controls and uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct across our operations and supply chains.
