1.Introduction and Commitment

This policy sets out the steps we take to understand and minimise the risk of modern slavery occurring within our own operations and our supply chains, and reflects our commitment to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls. It constitutes our statement made in accordance with Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

2.Scope of this Policy

This policy applies to all persons working for us or on our behalf in any capacity, including employees at all levels, directors, officers, agency workers, seconded workers, volunteers, agents, contractors and suppliers. It also sets the standard of conduct we expect of all our business partners.

3.Our Organisation and Business

Rysons International Group is a long-established UK-based importer, exporter and wholesale distributor with over 40 years of trading experience. We supply a broad range of branded and unbranded clearance products and "pound line" goods to retail and trade customers across the United Kingdom and internationally, including Ireland, mainland Europe and Africa.

Our product range spans many categories, including:

• Home, garden and kitchen products
• Health, beauty and personal care
• Baby and childcare items
• DIY, tools and electrical goods
• Toys, games and seasonal / party lines
• Stationery, books, pet accessories and general merchandise

Registered office: Unit 3, 116 Broughton Lane, Salford, M7 1UF. Principal place of business: Sakhi House, Bridge Street, Manchester, M27 4DU. The Company is registered in England and Wales under company number 01263153.

4.Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains involve the sourcing and purchasing of finished consumer goods from manufacturers, importers and trading suppliers based both in the United Kingdom and overseas. We recognise that the international sourcing of low-cost, high-volume consumer products can carry an elevated risk of modern slavery, particularly within extended or sub-contracted manufacturing tiers. We are committed to mapping our supply chains progressively, prioritising higher-risk categories and sourcing regions, so that we can target our due diligence where the risk is greatest.

5.Policies in Relation to Slavery and Human Trafficking

We operate a number of internal policies that reinforce our responsible and ethical approach and our commitment to preventing modern slavery, including:

• Supplier Code of Conduct — setting out the minimum labour, human rights and ethical standards we expect of every supplier.
• Whistleblowing Policy — encouraging all workers to report concerns, including those relating to modern slavery, without fear of reprisal.
• Recruitment and Agency Worker Policy — we use only reputable employment agencies and verify the right to work and identity of every worker we engage.
• Anti-Bribery and Ethical Conduct — supporting a culture of honesty, transparency and accountability.

6.Due Diligence and Risk Management

As part of our initiative to identify and mitigate risk, we undertake the following due diligence measures:

• Assessing new and existing suppliers for modern slavery risk based on country of origin, product category and sector;
• Requiring suppliers to confirm their compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and applicable labour laws;
• Including the right to audit, and to terminate, within our supplier terms where serious concerns are identified;
• Reviewing supplier relationships on an ongoing basis and escalating any indicators of forced or exploited labour;
• Verifying the identity and right to work of all personnel engaged within our own operations.

7.Supplier Adherence and Expectations

We expect every organisation in our supply chain to comply with our values and standards. Where a supplier is found to be in breach of this policy, or unwilling to remediate identified concerns, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the relationship. We will always act in the best interests of any individual identified as being at risk of, or subject to, exploitation.

8.Training and Awareness

To ensure a good understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking, we provide relevant guidance and awareness to staff involved in purchasing, supplier management and recruitment. Staff are encouraged to be vigilant for the warning signs of modern slavery and to know how to raise concerns.

9.Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing

We encourage all workers, customers, suppliers and business partners to report any concerns relating to the activities or supply chains of the Company, including any circumstances that may give rise to an enhanced risk of slavery or human trafficking. Concerns may be raised in confidence with management and will be treated seriously, investigated and acted upon. No individual will suffer detrimental treatment for reporting in good faith.

10.Measuring Effectiveness

We assess the effectiveness of this policy through measures such as the proportion of key suppliers confirming compliance, the completion of risk assessments for higher-risk suppliers, staff awareness levels, and the number and outcome of any concerns raised. We will continue to develop these measures as our programme matures.

11.Governance, Approval and Review

This policy has the full support of the Board of Directors of Hovemint Ltd, which has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with our legal and ethical obligations. It will be reviewed and updated annually, or sooner should there be a material change to our business or supply chains.