Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and controls through which our organization prevents, detects, and responds to modern slavery and human trafficking risks across our operations and supply chain. We are committed to maintaining a zero-tolerance policy toward forced labor, bonded labor, child labor, servitude, and any form of exploitation. Our modern slavery statement reflects our responsibility to act ethically, to respect human rights, and to ensure that dignity and fairness remain central to every business decision.

We recognize that modern slavery can take many forms and may exist in complex supply chains, particularly where labor is outsourced or materials are sourced across multiple tiers. Accordingly, our approach is based on prevention, due diligence, and continuous improvement. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same values and to support our anti-slavery commitments in practice, not only in policy.

Our governance framework includes clear accountability for identifying and managing risks. Senior leadership reviews slavery-related risks, and operational teams are responsible for implementing controls in procurement, onboarding, and supplier management. This modern slavery report approach ensures that issues are escalated promptly, investigated carefully, and addressed with proportionate corrective action.

We apply supplier audits as a core element of our due diligence program. New and existing suppliers are assessed against risk-based criteria that consider geography, sector, labor practices, and the nature of goods or services provided. Where higher risks are identified, we may require enhanced documentation, worker interviews, site visits, or independent verification. Audit findings are tracked, and suppliers must implement corrective action plans within agreed timeframes. Persistent non-compliance may lead to suspension or termination of the relationship.

To strengthen our monitoring, we also require suppliers to confirm their compliance with applicable labor laws and ethical standards. Contract terms include obligations related to lawful employment, wage practices, working hours, identity document retention, and subcontractor oversight. Our anti-slavery statement is supported by procurement procedures that prioritize responsible sourcing and encourage transparency throughout the supply chain.

Training is provided to relevant staff so they can recognize warning signs such as restricted movement, signs of coercion, unexplained payroll anomalies, or unsafe accommodation practices. By combining education with formal controls, we aim to reduce the chance that modern slavery risks remain hidden within routine business activity.

We maintain multiple reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and in confidence. Employees and other stakeholders may report suspected abuse, unethical conduct, or supply chain concerns through internal reporting mechanisms and designated escalation routes. Reports may be made anonymously where permitted, and all disclosures are handled sensitively, with protection against retaliation for anyone who raises a concern in good faith.

Any allegation is reviewed promptly and objectively. Where appropriate, we engage specialist investigators, preserve evidence, and coordinate with relevant internal stakeholders to determine the facts. If modern slavery is identified or reasonably suspected, we take immediate steps to protect affected individuals, strengthen controls, and work with suppliers or authorities as required. Our modern slavery policy is designed to ensure that action follows concern without delay.

We understand that prevention requires ongoing vigilance. Therefore, our ethical sourcing practices are integrated into business planning, contract management, and performance reviews. This includes assessing supplier concentration, reviewing subcontracting arrangements, and refreshing risk indicators when markets or operating conditions change.

This statement is subject to an annual review to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal requirements and emerging risk trends. Each review considers audit results, reported incidents, remediation progress, supplier performance, and any changes to our operations or supply chain footprint. Findings from the review are used to improve controls and update our priorities for the following year.

We also evaluate the effectiveness of our training, procurement safeguards, and supplier engagement activities to identify areas for improvement. Where necessary, we revise our procedures, strengthen due diligence, or introduce additional oversight measures. The purpose of this review cycle is to make our modern slavery statement a living commitment that drives measurable progress.

In conclusion, we reaffirm our determination to prevent exploitation in all forms and to promote fair, lawful, and transparent business practices. Through our zero-tolerance stance, supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and annual review process, we will continue to strengthen our response to modern slavery risks. Our commitment is enduring, and we expect every part of our organization and supply chain to share responsibility for upholding it.