Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and controls used to help ensure that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitative working practices have no place in our operations or supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships. Our zero-tolerance policy applies to every level of the organisation, from leadership and employees to contractors, agents, and suppliers. We expect all parties to uphold fair employment standards, respect human rights, and comply with applicable labour laws.

Our approach to preventing slavery and trafficking is based on due diligence, accountability, and continuous improvement. We review risk indicators across our business activities, paying particular attention to sectors, geographies, and services where the risk of modern slavery may be higher. This modern slavery commitment is supported by training, internal controls, and regular checks designed to identify and respond to concerns early.

We require all suppliers to meet our standards through contractual obligations and responsible sourcing requirements. Any supplier found to be in breach of our expectations may be subject to corrective action, suspension, or termination of the relationship. Modern slavery prevention is not treated as a one-time exercise; it is an ongoing responsibility that shapes how we select, assess, and work with business partners.

We carry out supplier audits and reviews to assess compliance with labour, wage, recruitment, and working-condition standards. These audits may include document checks, site visits, worker interviews, and verification of subcontracting arrangements. Where risks are identified, we work with the supplier to implement remediation plans with clear deadlines. If meaningful progress is not made, we escalate the matter in line with our zero-tolerance policy.

In addition to supplier oversight, we monitor our own internal practices to reduce vulnerability to exploitation. Recruitment processes are designed to ensure that workers are hired voluntarily, understand the terms of employment, and are not charged unlawful fees. We also encourage transparent record-keeping so that any signs of coercion, debt bondage, or abusive conditions can be detected swiftly.

Everyone associated with our organisation is expected to speak up if they suspect a violation. We maintain multiple reporting channels so concerns about modern slavery can be raised safely and without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made confidentially and will be reviewed promptly by the appropriate responsible team. All allegations are handled seriously, investigated proportionately, and documented carefully to support fair and effective outcomes.

Our response framework ensures that any identified issue is addressed through corrective action, worker support, and, where necessary, escalation to senior decision-makers. We recognise that effective modern slavery prevention depends on collaboration across procurement, operations, compliance, and leadership. For that reason, we provide targeted awareness training so employees understand common indicators, reporting obligations, and the importance of ethical escalation.

We also monitor the effectiveness of our controls through periodic reviews of risk, audit findings, incident logs, and remediation progress. This allows us to track trends, improve safeguards, and strengthen our supplier management processes. Zero tolerance means that breaches are not ignored; instead, they trigger a structured response focused on remediation, accountability, and prevention of recurrence.

An annual review of this statement and our wider approach is carried out to ensure it remains relevant, robust, and aligned with evolving legal and ethical expectations. The review considers operational changes, supplier performance, audit outcomes, and any emerging risks linked to modern slavery. Where necessary, policies and procedures are updated to improve our response and reinforce compliance across the business.

This statement reflects our continuing commitment to uphold human dignity and protect vulnerable people from exploitation. By maintaining a clear modern slavery statement, enforcing a zero-tolerance stance, conducting supplier audits, providing secure reporting channels, and completing an annual review, we aim to support ethical practices throughout our organisation and supply chain.