Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and actions through which we work to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, bonded labor, and child labor within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation, and we expect the same standard from every organization that supports our business. This modern slavery statement reflects our ongoing responsibility to identify, assess, and address risks wherever they may arise.
Our approach is rooted in respect for human rights, dignity, and lawful working conditions. We understand that modern slavery risks can exist in many sectors and geographies, especially where there are complex supply chains, outsourced services, or vulnerable workers. Accordingly, our slavery and human trafficking statement is designed to ensure that prevention is embedded in decision-making, procurement, and supplier management. We do not accept practices that conceal abuse, restrict freedom, or exploit dependency.
To support this commitment, we apply clear controls across our business. These include risk-based due diligence, supplier onboarding checks, contractual expectations, and periodic compliance assessments. Where risks are identified, we take proportionate action, which may include remediation plans, increased oversight, suspension of business, or termination of relationships. Our modern slavery policy is reviewed alongside our broader governance framework so that responsibility is shared at all levels of the organization.
Supplier Audits and Oversight
Supplier audits are a central part of our prevention strategy. We conduct supplier audits based on risk, focusing on labor practices, recruitment methods, wage records, working hours, and the treatment of workers. These assessments may be announced or unannounced, and they are supported by document reviews, site visits, and interviews where appropriate. If shortcomings are found, suppliers must demonstrate measurable corrective action within agreed timelines.We also require suppliers to confirm their adherence to our standards through contract clauses and declarations. Our anti-slavery statement expectations extend to subcontractors and labor providers, so that risks are not shifted beyond direct visibility. The aim is not only compliance but continuous improvement, helping suppliers strengthen ethical labor practices and improve accountability across tiers of the supply chain. Failure to cooperate with audits or remediation may result in removal from approved supplier status.
Internal accountability is equally important. Relevant teams receive training to recognize indicators of modern slavery, including unusual recruitment fees, document retention, intimidation, debt bondage, and restricted movement. By improving awareness, we strengthen the effectiveness of our supplier monitoring and reduce the chance that abuse will go unnoticed.
Reporting Channels and Speaking Up
We encourage anyone who suspects a concern to report it promptly. Multiple reporting channels are available so that workers, colleagues, suppliers, and other stakeholders can raise concerns in good faith and without fear of retaliation. Reports may relate to suspected exploitation, unsafe recruitment, coercion, wage withholding, or any breach of our labor standards. All concerns are treated seriously, handled confidentially where possible, and investigated in line with established procedures.Our reporting framework supports safe and accessible speaking up because the earliest signs of abuse are often identified by people closest to the issue. We make clear that retaliation against anyone who raises a concern or participates in an investigation is prohibited. This protection is essential to our modern slavery statement and reinforces a culture where ethical conduct is expected and protected.
When a concern is substantiated, we act swiftly. This may involve immediate safeguarding steps, escalation to senior management, engagement with affected parties, and coordination with relevant specialists or authorities where necessary. We aim to prioritize the welfare of workers and ensure that any response is practical, proportionate, and focused on prevention of further harm.
Governance, Monitoring, and Review
Responsibility for modern slavery risk management sits with senior leadership, supported by procurement, compliance, human resources, and operational teams. We monitor risk indicators regularly and update controls as our business evolves. Our modern slavery and human trafficking statement is informed by findings from audits, grievance data, supplier performance, and internal assessments, ensuring that our approach remains responsive to emerging risks.We recognize that the challenge of modern slavery requires ongoing vigilance rather than a one-time declaration. For this reason, we conduct an annual review of this statement and the measures that support it. The review considers the effectiveness of supplier audits, reporting channels, training, remediation actions, and overall governance. Where improvements are identified, we update our policies and procedures accordingly.
