Ethical code of conduct

M.P. Evans Group PLC aims to conduct its business around the world with the highest degree of integrity.

Ethical code of conduct – ABC policy

The Group will not tolerate any form of bribery and corruption. It has an ABC policy which has been formally approved by the board of directors. This policy applies to all of the Group’s business dealings and transactions, in all countries around the world in which any member of any Group company, its associates, joint venture partners or agents operate.

Any employee, director or officer of any Group company who is found to have breached the Group’s ABC policy will be liable to disciplinary action which may result in dismissal or other serious sanctions. Breaches of the policy by suppliers, joint venture partners or third-party contractors and advisors to any Group company may result in immediate termination for breach of all contracts with the Group.

Ensuring implementation

The Group’s social and ethical policies are thoroughly considered by the Group’s senior management and, where appropriate, stakeholders and experts. Policies are implemented with appropriate training and resources.

Regular visits by the executive board to the Group’s operations provide an opportunity to meet staff at all levels to discuss a variety of operational matters and so to determine and monitor at firsthand how ethical values and behaviours are embedded into working practices on estates. The Group’s senior management also visits the operations of its associates, using these occasions to judge whether the associates apply the ethical standards which the Group expects of its own operations. If travel by the executive board is not possible due to travel restrictions, meetings with management and staff and appropriate monitoring continues through telephone and video communication.