Since, it is unclear whether the Supplier Code of Conduct covers modern slavery. We have not considered blocking suppliers for violations of the Supplier Code.

pg. 18

“We closely monitor and strive to improve responsible practices at supplier sites through our Supplier Sustainable Practice (SSP) Program, our supplier site audit and remediation program.

Should suppliers have a low rating in their SSP audits, we require them to be audited on a more frequent basis and to show improvements. Where feasible and reasonable, we replace these suppliers, or reduce the volume we purchase from them. Any suppliers in the SSP that violate zero-tolerance issues or repeatedly fail to improve are added to Lindt & Sprüngli’s group-wide block list.”

Although the phrase refers to various steps being taken towards addressing child labour, it refers to a community approach and not an individual remediation. Therefore, it is not considered.

Pg. 33

“As child labor is a systemic issue, it cannot be addressed on a broader scale solely by managing and remediating individual cases found in the supply chain. For this reason, we guide suppliers to support more systemic preventive, community-based measures. Sensitising communities and supporting community child protection committees are first-step preventive measures. We anticipate basing our farmer and community investments on risk profiling of communities and households to further build resilience and serve the households and communities most in need. Particular attention will be given to continued investments in school-based interventions, including investments in education infrastructure. To date, we have built and refurbished a total of 41 schools benefiting approximately 5,500 children.”