Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance London

Garden Maintenance London is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. This policy statement sets out our approach, principles and actions designed to identify, mitigate and report any risks of forced labour, exploitation or related practices. We operate with zero-tolerance for any form of modern slavery and expect the same standard from our suppliers, subcontractors and partners providing garden services across the capital.

We recognise that garden care London and London garden services often rely on seasonal workers, subcontracted labour and complex supply chains for plant, materials and equipment. To address these risks we maintain clear policies that require all personnel and contractors to comply with employment law, wage regulations and safe working conditions. Our workforce policies include recruitment checks, right-to-work verification and mandatory training on worker rights and recognising signs of exploitation. Fair treatment and respect for every individual's rights are central to our business.

Our zero-tolerance policy is reinforced by contractual clauses. All agreements with suppliers and subcontractors engaged in garden maintenance in London explicitly prohibit forced labour, human trafficking and abusive practices. We require suppliers to confirm compliance with these standards and to permit independent verification where necessary. Where non-compliance is found, we will take proportionate action, which may include suspension of contracts, remediation plans or termination of the business relationship.

To manage the risk of modern slavery in our London garden maintenance operations we conduct ongoing due diligence. This includes desktop reviews, risk assessments and risk-based supplier audits. Our procurement team maps supply chains for high-risk categories and implements enhanced scrutiny for suppliers involved in plant nursery sourcing, seasonal landscaping labour and equipment hire. We also monitor country and sector risk indicators to adjust our approach as necessary.

Audits form a core part of our strategy. We perform a mix of announced and unannounced supplier audits, reviewing payroll records, employment contracts and working conditions. Audits are supported by worker interviews where practicable, and findings are recorded with corrective actions tracked to completion. For high-risk suppliers, we require third-party verification and independent audits to ensure transparency and accountability across the supply chain for garden upkeep in London.

• Supplier screening: pre-contract checks and risk scoring;
• Supplier audits: periodic and on-the-spot inspections;
• Remediation: corrective action plans and follow-up monitoring.

We provide multiple reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery or exploitation. Reports can be made through internal whistleblowing mechanisms, anonymously if preferred, and are received by a designated compliance team. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and handled in a manner that seeks to protect the reporter from retaliation. We emphasise confidentiality and safety in all reporting procedures related to garden labour in London.

Training is mandatory for staff involved in procurement, HR and site supervision. This includes guidance on recognising indicators of forced labour, safe recruitment practices and steps to take when concerns arise. The aim is to embed vigilance through practical training so that signs of exploitation are recognised early and addressed effectively. In addition to formal sessions, we supply regular updates and practical resources to teams working on London garden care contracts.

This modern slavery statement is reviewed at least annually by senior leadership and the board to assess effectiveness and to update practices in line with evolving risk landscapes. The review covers audit outcomes, reported incidents, supplier remediation performance and improvements in training uptake. Where gaps are identified, we commit to strengthening controls, increasing audit frequency or amending contractual requirements. Our continuing objective is to ensure that every part of our business and supply chain upholds the highest standards against slavery and trafficking while delivering sustainable, ethical garden services across London.