Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and actions used to prevent modern slavery, forced labor, human trafficking, child labor, and other forms of exploitation in our operations and supply chains. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines human dignity or violates labor rights. This commitment applies to all employees, contractors, and business partners, and it forms part of our broader ethical and governance framework.

We recognize that the risk of modern slavery can exist in complex supply networks, particularly where recruitment practices, subcontracting, or cross-border sourcing are involved. For that reason, we require all relevant parties to comply with applicable laws, respect internationally recognized labor standards, and act with honesty and transparency. Compliance is not optional; it is a core condition of doing business with us.

Our approach to the modern slavery statement is built on prevention, detection, and response. We expect managers and procurement teams to assess risk before entering into new relationships and to continue monitoring for signs of unethical labor practices throughout the partnership. Where concerns are identified, we will investigate promptly and take proportionate action, which may include corrective measures, suspension of work, or termination of the relationship.

Supplier due diligence is central to this commitment. We conduct supplier audits and reviews based on the level of risk, the nature of the goods or services supplied, and the geography involved. These audits may include document checks, worker interviews, policy assessments, and evidence of recruitment and wage controls. When weaknesses are found, suppliers are expected to implement corrective action plans within clear timeframes and demonstrate sustained improvement.

We also require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, trafficked, or involuntary labor, and that workers are free to leave employment in accordance with law. In our modern slavery policy, we emphasize responsible recruitment, lawful working hours, safe conditions, and respect for freedom of association. We encourage suppliers to extend these standards to their own subcontractors and labor providers so that responsible practice is embedded throughout the chain.

Training and awareness help support these controls. Relevant employees receive guidance on identifying warning signs such as withheld identity documents, excessive recruitment fees, restrictions on movement, or unexplained deductions from pay. This helps ensure that the modern slavery statement is not merely a formal document but a working framework that informs day-to-day decision-making. We also review high-risk procurement categories more frequently to strengthen oversight.

Reporting concerns is an important safeguard. We maintain confidential reporting channels through which employees, suppliers, workers, and other stakeholders can raise concerns about suspected exploitation, coercion, or unsafe labor practices. Reports are treated seriously, reviewed independently where appropriate, and handled with sensitivity. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited.

When a concern is reported, we aim to assess the facts quickly, protect potentially affected individuals, and determine the most effective response. That response may involve engaging with the supplier, seeking additional evidence, escalating the matter internally, or notifying relevant authorities where required. Our zero-tolerance approach means that credible evidence of modern slavery will not be ignored or minimized. Instead, it will be addressed through decisive and documented action.

We also support continuous improvement through regular monitoring of our policies, risk indicators, and supplier performance. As expectations evolve, we update our controls to reflect emerging risks and industry best practice. This includes strengthening due diligence in vulnerable sectors and ensuring our internal teams understand their responsibilities under the modern slavery statement and related procedures.

This statement is subject to an annual review by senior leadership to confirm its continued relevance and effectiveness. The review considers audit findings, reported concerns, corrective actions, training outcomes, and changes in our supply chain risk profile. Where necessary, we revise our procedures and priorities to improve prevention and remediation.

By maintaining a clear zero-tolerance policy, applying supplier audits, providing robust reporting channels, and completing an annual review, we reinforce our commitment to ethical conduct and respect for human rights. Our modern slavery statement reflects an ongoing responsibility to act with integrity, to challenge exploitation wherever it may occur, and to ensure our business contributes positively to fair and lawful work.