MaCher
Approved by: MaCher Board of Directors
Review Cycle: Annual
Published: 03/24/2026

1. Purpose
This policy sets out MaCher’s approach to responsible lobbying and political engagement, in line with B Lab Standards V2.1, GACA1.1.

2. Lobbying Commitment
MaCher will engage in lobbying activities only where doing so contributes to a positive impact on society or the environment. All positions taken are grounded in reliable and/or scientific evidence. We do not lobby in support of positions that contradict our sustainability commitments or conflict with the public interest.

3. Financial and In-Kind Political Contributions
MaCher does not make financial or in-kind contributions to political parties, candidates, or campaign funds.

4. Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery
All lobbying activity must comply with applicable anti-corruption and bribery legislation (e.g., local jurisdiction laws and, where applicable, the UK Bribery Act 2010 or FCPA). No gifts, hospitality, or payments may be offered to public officials in connection with lobbying. Suspected breaches must be reported immediately via the grievance procedure listed on our website (macher.com) on the Governance page..

5. Intermediary Organisations
Where MaCher engages trade associations or other intermediaries that may lobby on its behalf, the company will:

• Assess whether the intermediary’s lobbying positions are consistent with this policy before joining or renewing membership
• Formally raise concerns and seek to influence positions where misalignment is identified
• Withdraw from lobbying with the intermediary if alignment cannot be achieved
  
  

6. Policy Review and Approval
This policy is reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors on an annual basis, or sooner if significant regulatory or operational changes occur.

7. Governance and Accountability
The company President is accountable for enforcing this policy. The policy is embedded through:

• Inclusion in staff induction and training for relevant roles
• Annual acknowledgement by all staff engaged in government affairs or trade association activity
• Integration into supplier and partner codes of conduct where relevant
  
  

8. Risk Identification and Compliance Monitoring
Risks of non-compliance are identified through:

• Annual review of all lobbying activity and intermediary memberships
• Internal audit of any financial or in-kind political contributions
• Board-level sign-off on any new lobbying engagement prior to commencement
  
  

Compliance is evaluated through the annual Board review, with findings documented and retained.

9. Raising Concerns
Employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders may raise concerns about the company’s lobbying conduct through the company’s grievance procedure, available at macher.com on the “Grievance Procedure” page. Concerns can be raised anonymously where local law permits.

10. Publication
This policy is approved by the Board of Directors and published on MaCher’s website at macher.com, accessible to all stakeholders without restriction.