Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our commitment to preventing slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, and all forms of exploitation across our operations and supply chains. We recognize that modern slavery can take many forms and may exist in direct and indirect business relationships. Our approach is grounded in zero tolerance, due diligence, and continuous improvement. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold the highest ethical standards and to act with integrity in every aspect of work.
We maintain a clear anti-slavery position that applies to all parts of the organization. This policy is embedded in recruitment, onboarding, procurement, and supplier management practices. We aim to identify and address risks early, especially in areas where labor-intensive services, subcontracting, or complex international sourcing may increase vulnerability. Through training and internal controls, we reinforce awareness of indicators such as restricted movement, withheld documents, debt bondage, and coercion. Modern slavery prevention is not a one-time effort; it is a core responsibility.
Our governance framework supports accountability for the implementation of this statement. Senior management reviews risk indicators, supplier performance, and remediation actions regularly. Where concerns arise, they are assessed promptly and escalated through established decision-making channels. We also require relevant teams to document risk findings and corrective measures. This structured approach helps ensure that our slavery and human trafficking prevention efforts remain effective and aligned with our wider ethical commitments.
Supplier oversight is a central element of our modern slavery compliance program. Before onboarding new suppliers, we conduct risk-based checks that consider geography, sector, labor model, and ownership structure. Higher-risk suppliers may be subject to enhanced review, including documentary verification, worker welfare assessments, and management interviews. Supplier audits are carried out periodically and may include announced or unannounced visits, depending on the level of risk and the nature of services provided. Findings are recorded and followed up with corrective action plans where needed.
We expect suppliers to operate in line with our standards and to cascade equivalent expectations throughout their own supply chains. Contract terms may require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced labor, child labor, or other exploitative practices. If a supplier fails to meet our requirements, we will work with them to improve performance where appropriate. However, where serious breaches are identified and not addressed, we may suspend or terminate the relationship. This is part of our modern slavery statement commitment to responsible procurement.
To support prevention and detection, we encourage a culture in which concerns can be raised safely and without fear of retaliation. Reporting channels are available for employees and relevant stakeholders to report suspected violations, unethical conduct, or related safeguarding issues. All reports are handled confidentially and investigated promptly by appropriate personnel. We take every allegation seriously, whether it concerns our operations or a supplier. Whistleblowing protections are essential to identifying hidden abuse and protecting vulnerable workers.
We provide targeted awareness training to employees whose roles may expose them to slavery-related risk, particularly those involved in purchasing, supplier management, logistics, and site operations. Training covers risk indicators, escalation steps, and responsibilities for recording concerns. In addition, our due diligence process is designed to identify red flags before contracts are finalized and to support ongoing monitoring throughout the business relationship. This helps strengthen our modern slavery and human trafficking statement framework.
Where issues are identified, we prioritize remediation that protects affected workers. This may include requiring the supplier to improve labor controls, provide evidence of wage payments, restore documents, or permit independent verification. We may also seek assurance that workers can leave employment freely and receive fair treatment. Our response is guided by the principle that prevention must be paired with practical action. Ethical sourcing and human dignity remain at the center of all corrective measures.
This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains relevant, accurate, and effective. The annual review considers changes in legislation, risk profile, business structure, and supply chain geography. We assess the effectiveness of our controls, supplier audits, reporting channels, and remediation outcomes, and update our approach where necessary. By reviewing progress each year, we reinforce our commitment to continuous improvement and to maintaining a strong, credible modern slavery policy.
Our long-term ambition is to reduce modern slavery risk across every part of our value chain through consistent standards, active oversight, and responsible business behavior. We believe that clear expectations, vigilant monitoring, and open reporting are essential to protecting human rights. The organization remains committed to strengthening its controls and to acting decisively wherever exploitation is suspected or found.
In conclusion, this Modern Slavery Statement reflects our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audit process, reporting pathways, and annual review cycle. We will continue to improve our practices, support ethical relationships, and uphold the dignity of every worker connected to our business. Our commitment to preventing modern slavery is ongoing and embedded in the way we operate.
