Modern Slavery

Modern Slavery Statement 2025

Financial Period Ended 30 November 2025

Introduction

We recognise the continued existence of slavery and human trafficking and the significance of its impact on its victims and society. Westmarq is committed to conducting business ethically and with integrity, and we have a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery within our operations and supply chain.

This statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps we have taken, and will continue to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking from occurring within our business and its supply chains.

Our Business and Structure

Westmarq is a company registered in England and Wales (Company Number 00999943) with its registered office at Wellington House, Ground Floor, Market Street, Barnsley, England, S70 1WA.

Westmarq provides residential property valuation and surveying services to mortgage lenders and consumers across the United Kingdom. We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and operate primarily within the UK.

During the financial period ended 30 November 2025, Westmarq was part of the Legal & General Group. Ownership of Westmarq changed with effect from 1 December 2025 During the reporting period, Westmarq operated in accordance with applicable Legal & General Group governance arrangements, policies, and standards relating to ethical conduct, colleague behaviour and responsible business practices.

Following the change in ownership, Westmarq has continued to develop and maintain its own governance framework, policies and procedures to support ethical business practices and compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Our Supply Chain

Westmarq procures a range of goods and services to support the delivery of its operations. Our suppliers are predominantly based in the United Kingdom and support areas including technology, professional services, facilities management, recruitment, training, marketing and business operations.

Key supplier categories include:

· Information technology, software and cyber security services

· Professional and advisory services, including legal, financial and audit services

· Recruitment, training and people related services

· Facilities, office management and business support services

· Marketing and communications services.

Whilst Westmarq considers the overall risk of modern slavery within its direct operations to be low, we recognise that risks can arise within supply chains. We are committed to working with suppliers that share our values and support ethical business practices.

As part of our supplier onboarding and contract management activities, we seek to understand the governance and compliance arrangements of suppliers where appropriate and proportionate to the nature of the services being provided.

Policies and Commitments

Westmarq is committed to conducting business ethically and with integrity. We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking and expect those with whom we work to operate lawfully, ethically and responsibly.

During the financial period ended 30 November 2025, Westmarq operated in accordance with applicable Legal & General Group policies, governance arrangements and standards relating to ethical conduct and responsible business practices. These included whistleblowing arrangements and recruitment and employment procedures.

Following the change in ownership on 1 December 2025, Westmarq has continued to develop its own governance framework, policies and procedures.

Due Diligence Processes

Westmarq undertakes appropriate due diligence when engaging suppliers and third parties, proportionate to the nature of the goods and services being procured.

As part of supplier onboarding and procurement activities, we consider relevant legal, regulatory, information security and compliance factors when assessing suppliers. Where appropriate, additional information may be requested to support supplier selection and ongoing supplier management.

Westmarq expects suppliers and business partners to operate in a lawful, ethical and responsible manner and to comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Risk Assessment and Management

Westmarq assesses modern slavery risks across its business and supply chain, considering factors such as geography, sector and the nature of services provided. Whilst the risk of modern slavery within our direct operations is considered low, we recognise that risks may arise within wider supply chains.

Where potential risks or concerns are identified, Westmarq will take appropriate steps to understand and address them, including seeking further information from suppliers where necessary.

Training and Awareness

Westmarq is committed to promoting awareness of ethical business practices across the organisation. Colleagues are expected to act with integrity and understand their responsibilities in identifying and reporting any concerns relating to unethical conduct, including suspected modern slavery and human trafficking.

Information on expected standards of behaviour and reporting concerns is supported through company policies, procedures and whistleblowing arrangements.

Reporting Concerns

Westmarq encourages employees, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders to raise concerns regarding unethical conduct, including suspected modern slavery and human trafficking.

Concerns can be reported through the established management channels or the Company’s Whistleblowing Policy. All concerns raised are taken seriously and will be reviewed and investigated promptly, with action taken where required.

Effectiveness and Monitoring

Westmarq reviews its governance arrangements, policies and procedures on a periodic basis to support the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking.

We also monitor whistleblowing channels and other reporting mechanisms for concerns relating to unethical conduct. During the reporting period, Westmarq received no reports relating to modern slavery or human trafficking.

Approval

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the Managing Director of Legal and General Surveying Services and will be reviewed and updated annually.

Name: Richard Sexton

Position: Managing Director, Westmarq (formerly Legal & General Surveying Services)

Date: 25/8/2026