Pages 7-8 - use of worker questionnaires and conducting desk research used for risk assessment

pg. 7

“In December 2021 we participated in a worker’s voice pilot with &Wider and SEDEX, the Direct Worker Reporting (DWP) scheme. The aim of this pilot was to enhance understanding and detection any of issues within a factory, prior to an audit. Workers were asked a series of questions which they could answer anonymously from their personal phones. While an audit is an extremely useful tool in understanding the risks within a factory, understanding the concerns perceived by workers helped expand on our understanding of the conditions within a factory.”

pg. 8

“Unfortunately, our normal due diligence has continued to be interrupted, either due to further national lockdowns, business closures, travel or visitor restrictions. We have continued to ensure that we understand the changing landscape in our sourcing locations by conducting desktop research and consulting with other brands and worker rights experts.”

pg. 10

“Subcontractor mapping process was conducted whereby all suppliers were asked to complete a self-assessment questionnaire and disclose all subcontracting units, including homeworkers. Analysis of this subcontracting unit data has been conducted, focusing on product type and country.”