Modern slavery and human rights policy

Energy Park is committed to upholding the highest standards of human rights and ethical practices. The company recognises its responsibility to protect the rights of all individuals involved in its operations and supply chains, and is dedicated to combating modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy outlines Energy Park’s commitment to ensuring compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and promoting a culture of integrity and respect.

Modern slavery is a criminal offence and a breach of fundamental human rights. It manifests in multiple ways, including slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, and human trafficking. These forms share the common trait of depriving individuals of their freedom for the purpose of personal or commercial exploitation.

This policy applies to all employees, and to temporary workers, consultants, contractors, agents and subsidiaries associated with Energy Park. It encompasses the company’s operations with a particular focus on its supply chain, procurement processes and service delivery.

The following definitions are used in this policy:

“Modern slavery” means slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, and human trafficking.

“Human rights” means basic rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled, including, but not limited to, the rights to life, liberty and security of a person.

Energy Park is committed to:

· Complying with all relevant legislation, including the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

· Ensuring that its business operations and supply chains do not contribute to modern slavery or human rights abuses.

· Promoting fair labour practices and ensuring that all employees and workers are treated with respect and dignity.

· Ensuring that its suppliers and business partners share the company’s commitment to human rights and ethical business practices.

To identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in the company’s operations and supply chains, Energy Park will:

· Implement a zero-tolerance policy towards slavery and human trafficking across the organisation and its supply chains.

· Conduct regular risk assessments to identify areas of its operations and supply chains that are most at risk, particularly in the sourcing of materials and components for its electric vehicle charge points.

· Examine any identified risk areas within the business and its supply chains.

· Perform due diligence on new suppliers and business partners to ensure they share the company’s commitment to human rights and ethical practices.

· Require all suppliers to provide evidence of their compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and other relevant legislation.

· Include anti-slavery and human trafficking clauses in contracts with suppliers and business partners.

The nature of Energy Park’s business necessitates collaboration with various suppliers such as hardware manufacturers, software solution providers and installation specialists, all of which are located within the UK or EU.

Energy Park’s main supply chains are:

· Sub-contractors in the construction industry

· Electric vehicle charge point equipment manufacturers

· Utilities companies

In order to ensure that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in the Energy Park’s supply chains or any part of the business, the company will:

· Engage with suppliers to ensure they understand and comply with its Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy, undertaking annual PQQ assessments.

· Work with suppliers to improve their labour practices and ensure compliance with international human rights standards.

Energy Park will:

· Provide regular training to employees, particularly those involved in procurement, supply chain management and client/customer service, to raise awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking.

· Ensure that all employees understand their role in identifying and preventing human rights abuses and modern slavery.

· Make this policy available to all employees, suppliers and business partners.

Energy Park encourages all employees, suppliers, and business partners to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. The company will:

· Provide a confidential reporting mechanism for employees and other stakeholders to raise concerns without fear of retaliation.

· Investigate all reports of modern slavery and human trafficking thoroughly and take appropriate action.

· Offer support and protection to anyone who making a protected disclosure. All individuals have the right not to be dismissed, subjected to any form detriment, or victimised because they have made a disclosure.

Energy Park will review and update this policy regularly to ensure its effectiveness. Part of this review will be to continuously improve its practices and policies to address any identified risks or areas for improvement.

This policy is approved by the Board of Directors of Energy Park and is overseen by the Head of Compliance. The Board has overall responsibility for ensuring that this policy complies with the company’s legal and ethical obligations.

Employees and associated persons are encouraged to report any concerns that they may have to the Head of Compliance as soon as possible.

By adhering to this policy, Energy Park demonstrates its commitment to ethical business practices and the protection of human rights throughout its operations and supply chains, contributing to a sustainable and responsible e-mobility future.