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Modern Slavery Statement 

We remain dedicated to the protection of the people and communities across our operations. 

Guaranteeing the safety and welfare of our valued communities

For over 150 years, Mitchells & Butlers plc has been welcoming the British public into its iconic pubs and restaurants. 82% of the UK population lives within five miles of one of our sites, helping us achieve our purpose of bringing communities together by hosting life's most memorable moments.

We continue to prioritise the well-being and safety of those working across our business and supply chain, and are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We are focused on implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure, as far as we are able, that any instances of Modern Day Slavery can be identified and addressed.

We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We are focused on implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure, as far as we are able, that any instances of Modern Day Slavery can be identified and addressed.

Phil Urban

Chief Executive

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In pursuit of this goal, we are proud to have continued our work with STOP THE TRAFFIK - a Non-Governmental Organisation aimed at disrupting modern slavery and human trafficking (MSHT) around the world. They have worked with us as a critical friend, to drive best practice, reviewed and prepared a risk map in respect of our supply chains and enhance our reporting procedures. Through this Modern Slavery Statement, we are delighted to share the progress we have made with them in the fight against human trafficking and modern slavery.

Mitchells & Butlers plc has a zero-tolerance approach to any form of mistreatment of people and is committed to conduct its business in such a way that human rights are respected and protected. For this reason, M&B fully supports the provisions set out in the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

This statement has been published in accordance with Section 54 of the Act, covering the period from September 2022 - September 2023, and has been approved by the Board of M&B. This statement, and the policies and procedures referred to in it, apply to M&B and all subsidiary businesses.

Phil Urban
Chief Executive

Download the full Mitchells & Butlers plc Modern Slavery Statement 2022-2023

December 2023

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Gender Pay Gap

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Animal Welfare

As a purchaser of meat, dairy and meat products, Animal welfare is vitally important to Mitchells & Butlers. Find out more about how we only work with suppliers who can demonstrate considerate management of good animal welfare practises back to farms.

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Sustainability

Discover what we’re doing to promote a better, more sustainable planet for our people, driven by the purpose to make every moment matter.

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Careers With Us

We understand that you want a career that isn’t just about ‘clocking in’. You want to have fun, feel valued, enjoy what you do and get rewarded and recognised along the way. That’s what working for us is all about and much, much more.