pg. 2

"Having completed a supply chain mapping and risk assessment beyond Tier 1 suppliers for our Premier Inn bedroom in partnership with STOP THE TRAFFIK, this year we focused on mitigating those risks. We have implemented a new enhanced due diligence process including supplier visits and worker interviews for suppliers identified as being high risk or where their physical location may heighten the risk of forced labour."

pg. 8

"As reported in our earlier statements, based on a risk assessment undertaken in partnership with STOP THE TRAFFIK (STT), our analysis identified that most risk lies in the lower tiers of our supply chain – often several tiers away from our direct control – meaning a collaborative approach, working with our suppliers to manage the risk, is crucial to our Responsible Sourcing programme."

"Our internal supplier data management system allows us to record our suppliers’ commitment to work towards the standards outlined in this Policy and measure their performance against it through questionnaires, supporting evidence and verification."

pg. 10

"We will also take into account the results of due diligence assessments undertaken, through the SEDEX platform and review any Corrective Actions Plans in place as a results of those audits."