Modern Slavery Statement

Purpose and commitment: This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the measures adopted by . to prevent modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. We declare a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of exploitation. Our objective is to ensure that everyone who works for, or with, our organisation is treated with dignity, receives fair pay and is free from coercion. This anti-slavery declaration is fundamental to our values and is embedded in our corporate conduct expectations.

We adopt an explicit zero-tolerance stance on slavery and human trafficking and require all employees, contractors and suppliers to comply. Our anti-slavery policy prohibits any use of forced labour, debt bondage, child labour or deceptive recruiting practices. Allegations are taken seriously, investigated promptly and, where proven, lead to decisive remedial action including termination of contracts and legal escalation when required.

Risk assessment and due diligence

We conduct regular risk assessments focused on areas most vulnerable to modern slavery and forced labour. Our supplier onboarding includes mandatory declarations regarding labour practices and transparent records of employment conditions. We prioritise sectors and geographies with elevated risks and require suppliers to demonstrate compliance with labour standards through documentation and attestations.

Our supplier management programme includes targeted supplier audits and monitoring. We perform a combination of desktop reviews, self-assessment questionnaires and on-site inspections for high-risk partners. Audits verify working hours, wage practices, freedom of movement, recruitment fees and contractual transparency. Findings lead to corrective action plans with clear timelines; persistent non-compliance results in suspension or termination of procurement relationships.

Training and awareness

We provide ongoing training to employees and procurement teams to recognise signs of modern slavery and to understand escalation protocols. Training emphasises the differences between acceptable labour practices and exploitative situations, reinforcing our commitment to ethical labour standards. Staff are encouraged to apply an inquisitive approach when dealing with new suppliers or complex subcontracting arrangements.

To support transparency, we maintain a set of contract clauses and supplier codes of conduct that require compliance with anti-slavery legislation and best practice. We use contractual remedies to enforce standards and include audit rights. Our procurement guidelines embed checks to ensure subcontractors and recruitment intermediaries adhere to the same principles.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing: We provide safe, confidential reporting channels for concerns about slavery, human trafficking or forced labour. Employees and third parties can raise issues without fear of retaliation. Reports trigger impartial investigations and appropriate remedial action. Reports are reviewed by senior compliance personnel and, where necessary, by independent investigators to ensure objectivity.

Our approach includes support for victims and remediation where exploitation is identified. We collaborate with NGOs and local authorities as necessary to ensure safe outcomes for affected individuals. Transparency in how reports are handled and outcomes are recorded forms part of our ongoing improvement process.

Governance, performance and annual review: Responsibility for implementation sits with senior leadership and the Board, who review anti-slavery performance annually. We publish a summary of progress and key metrics in our annual compliance review. This annual review assesses risk maps, supplier audit results, training completion rates and remediation actions, and sets targets for the coming year.