Modern Slavery Statement

1. Introduction and Organisational Structure

This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (“the Act”) and sets out the steps taken by Speciality Drinks Limited (“the Company”) and its affiliates – The Whisky Experience Ltd, Whisky Auction Limited, and ABV Global Limited (together, the “Group”) – to ensure that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in any part of our business or supply chain.

The Group is a UK-based wholesaler and retailer of alcoholic beverages, operating both nationally and internationally. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, the Group serves a broad customer base and is owned by The Whisky Exchange Holdings Limited.

2. Our Commitment

The Group recognises its responsibility to take a robust, zero-tolerance approach to slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to conducting our business ethically and with integrity, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery does not occur within our organisation or supply chains.

3. Due Diligence, Risk Assessment and Management

The Group:

Is committed to sourcing and supplying high-quality products in a fair, ethical, and environmentally responsible manner;
Maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards slavery and human trafficking within its operations and supply chain;
Encourages employees and business partners to report concerns, enabling prompt investigation and action by management;
Continues to review and develop its Code of Business Conduct to ensure it supports our ethical standards and obligations under the Modern Slavery Act 2015;
Is committed to paying staff at least the national minimum wage;
Maintains all relevant registrations and compliance obligations in the UK;
Reviews supplier contract terms, where possible, to identify opportunities to enhance compliance; and
Seeks to include appropriate compliance clauses in bespoke supplier agreements.
4. Relevant Policies

The following policies and procedures reflect our approach to identifying and mitigating modern slavery risks:

Whistleblowing Policy: The Group encourages staff, customers, and business partners to report concerns about potential misconduct or unethical behaviour, including any risk of modern slavery or human trafficking, within our business or supply chains.
Employee Handbook: The Group’s induction and employee handbook set clear expectations around ethical behaviour, integrity, and compliance. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of employee conduct both in the UK and internationally.
Recruitment Practices: The Group uses only reputable and approved recruitment agencies. We carry out appropriate due diligence on new agencies and conduct robust checks on all new hires, including verifying their right to work in the UK, to safeguard against forced or coerced labour.
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

We continue to monitor the effectiveness of our modern slavery compliance framework. We will take necessary action in response to any identified instances of slavery or human trafficking and ensure any breaches of our Anti-Slavery Policy are appropriately reported and addressed.

6. Training

Training and guidance on the Group’s Anti-Slavery Policy and the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains are made available to staff. Awareness will be reinforced as part of ongoing compliance efforts.

7. Approval of Statement

This statement has been approved by the board of directors of the Company on 04 July 2025, for the financial year ending 30 June 2025, in accordance with section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

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