Modern Slavery Statement

Our commitment — This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We have a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of exploitation and abuse. This anti-slavery declaration reflects our obligation to act ethically and to ensure respect for human rights across every stage of our work.

We recognise that a robust modern slavery policy must be embedded in governance, purchasing and procurement practices. Our Board and senior management provide oversight and resources to maintain compliance with relevant legislation and with international standards on labour and human rights. We expect every colleague, partner and supplier to uphold these values and to report any suspected breaches through the channels described below.

Our slavery and human trafficking statement emphasises practical measures: due diligence, supplier audits and training. We require contractual commitments from suppliers and partners that explicitly prohibit the use of forced, bonded or trafficked labour. Suppliers must confirm compliance with our standards before onboarding and at regular intervals thereafter.

We operate a programme of supplier audits and risk-based assessments to verify compliance. Audits include document reviews, on-site inspections where feasible, and worker interviews to validate conditions. Where risks are identified, we implement corrective action plans and monitor remediation. Persistent non-compliance can lead to termination of the relationship. Our supplier assurance approach includes:

• Pre-engagement screening and contractual clauses that prohibit modern slavery.
• Ongoing monitoring and annual risk assessments of high-risk categories.
• Targeted audits, third-party verification and worker voice mechanisms.

We provide training for procurement, HR and site managers so they can identify indicators of exploitation, engage constructively with suppliers, and escalate concerns. Training is refreshed annually and tailored to the scale and sector-specific risks within our supply chain. We use a combination of online modules, in-person workshops and practical guidance documents to keep awareness high.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We maintain secure, confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns. Reports may be made anonymously and will be investigated promptly and impartially. We have strong anti-retaliation safeguards to protect reporters. Our whistleblowing pathways are designed to be accessible and to encourage the timely disclosure of suspected exploitation.

Zero-tolerance policies and enforcement

Our zero-tolerance anti-slavery policy means any confirmed instance of modern slavery results in decisive action. This may include worker support and remediation, disciplinary action, contractual termination and cooperation with law enforcement. We document all incidents, remedies and follow-up actions to ensure transparency and continuous improvement.

Annual review and continuous improvement — We review this modern slavery and human trafficking statement at least once every year to assess effectiveness and to incorporate lessons learned, emerging risks and stakeholder expectations. The annual review examines audit outcomes, training completion rates, reported incidents and remediation results. We commit to updating our policies, processes and supplier engagement strategies to strengthen protections against modern slavery across our operations.

To summarise, our anti-slavery framework is driven by clear policies, active supplier audits, confidential reporting channels and an annual review cycle that fosters accountability. Our modern slavery statement is more than a declaration: it is a practical program of prevention, detection and remediation that informs daily decisions across our organisation.

We continuously refine our approach to ensure that our purchasing, contracting and operational practices reduce vulnerability to exploitation. We collaborate with peers, industry groups and experts where appropriate to raise standards and to scale proven safeguards against forced labour and human trafficking.

Through strong governance, routine supplier oversight, mandatory training and accessible reporting mechanisms, we reaffirm our commitment to a workplace and supply chain free from modern slavery. This anti-slavery statement is reviewed annually and enhanced as needed to ensure sustained progress and measurable outcomes.