pg. 1

"This Modern Slavery Statement (Statement) is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the U.K. Modern Slavery Act 2015 (Modern Slavery Act) and constitutes the “slavery and human trafficking statement” for the financial year ended December 31, 2021 (Reporting Period) for the following Northern Trust entities (together, the Reporting Entities):

• The Northern Trust Company (the Bank)

• Northern Trust Global Services Societas Europaea (NTGS SE)

• Northern Trust Management Services Limited (NTMSL)

• Northern Trust Global Investments Limited (NTGIL)"

This can be fully confirmed. Northern Trust did produce a statement in relation to the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 in 2021. It is clear they hold high standards when dealing with modern slavery within their business orperations.

Pg.1 (Modern Slavery Statement)

"We take the risk of modern slavery occurring within our business or supply chain seriously, and view relationships with vendors as an opportunity to encourage behavior and practices that are consistent with our own ethical practices. Compliance with the Modern Slavery Act comprises part of our commitment to ethics and corporate social responsibility."