Emma Gerdening ?ervices - Modern Slavery Statement

Emma Gerdening ?ervices publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to make clear our commitment to preventing slavery, servitude, forced labour and human trafficking in all forms. This anti-slavery and human trafficking declaration is an integral part of our corporate responsibility work. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery across our operations and supply chains, and we require the same high standards from all partners, suppliers and contractors.

Our core approach to a modern slavery policy is built on transparency, risk-based prevention and continuous improvement. We identify risk areas, communicate expectations clearly and support improvements through capacity building. The Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is applicable to every contractor and supplier performing services or providing goods to Emma Gerdening ?ervices, irrespective of geography.

We enforce our zero-tolerance policy through contractual clauses, supplier onboarding checks and mandatory training for relevant staff. Our procurement teams screen new suppliers for compliance and require written confirmations that no forced labour, child labour or other modern slavery practices are used. We also include anti-slavery obligations in procurement contracts and reserve the right to terminate relationships where breaches are confirmed.

We operate a structured supplier due diligence programme that includes periodic supplier audits, risk assessment and remediation plans. Audits combine documentary reviews, site inspections and worker interviews where appropriate. Audit scopes are tailored to risk exposure, with higher-frequency checks for categories identified as high risk. Where we cannot conduct an on-site audit, we require independent third-party verification.

Key elements of our supplier audit programme include:

• Risk-based screening at onboarding and annually thereafter
• On-site verification or equivalent third-party assessment
• Corrective action plans with timebound milestones

Audits are followed by constructive engagement: suppliers failing to meet standards receive support to remediate findings. Persistent or serious violations trigger escalation and may lead to contract termination and exclusion from future procurement opportunities. We keep records of audit results and remediation progress to inform ongoing risk management and strategic sourcing decisions.

Our organisation provides clear

reporting channels

for staff, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns confidentially and without fear of retaliation. These channels are publicised internally, explained in supplier briefings, and reinforced in training. Reports can be made through our established internal processes, anonymous hotlines and designated compliance representatives. All reports are treated seriously, triaged for urgency and investigated with appropriate senior oversight.

We guarantee non-retaliation and protect whistleblowers. Investigations are conducted promptly and, if needed, escalated to external authorities and specialist advisors. Outcomes and remedial actions are documented and monitored to closure. Our reporting architecture supports continuous monitoring of slavery and trafficking risks across operations and supply networks.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

Emma Gerdening ?ervices conducts an annual review of this anti-slavery statement and of operational measures to ensure effectiveness. This review analyses audit outcomes, incident reports, supplier performance and evolving legal or industry requirements. Results of the annual review guide updates to policy, training, supplier controls and resource allocation to target highest-risk areas.

In summary, our modern slavery commitment is clear: zero tolerance, robust supplier audits, multiple safe reporting channels and a transparent annual review cycle. By embedding this anti-slavery statement into procurement, human resources and governance processes, Emma Gerdening ?ervices seeks to minimise risks, remediate issues and promote responsible business practices across our value chain.

We will continue to strengthen our modern slavery prevention measures, engage with suppliers to raise standards, and refine our reporting and remediation frameworks. This Modern Slavery Statement reflects our ongoing determination to eradicate slavery and human trafficking in all its forms from our operations and supply networks.

Commitment: Emma Gerdening ?ervices affirms this policy as part of our corporate values and pledges to update actions as necessary to uphold human rights and lawful, ethical labour practices.