Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Golders Green

Gardeners Golders Green is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity in all aspects of our gardening and landscaping services. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our own operations and throughout our supply chains.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery. This applies to our employees, contractors, temporary workers, and every organisation that supplies goods or services to Gardeners Golders Green. We will not knowingly engage with any party that is involved in, or knowingly facilitates, modern slavery or human trafficking.

All colleagues are expected to act with honesty and integrity, to respect the rights and dignity of others, and to comply with applicable labour and employment laws. Breaches of our policy may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or contract, and may be reported to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Supply Chains and Due Diligence

Our supply chains include providers of plants, soils, equipment, tools, uniforms, transport, and other business services. We recognise that modern slavery risks can be present at any stage of these supply chains, particularly where there is low-cost labour or complex sourcing of materials.

We carry out due diligence on our key suppliers to assess potential risks relating to labour practices and worker welfare. New suppliers are assessed before onboarding, and existing suppliers are reviewed on a periodic basis. We expect our suppliers to comply with all relevant legislation, including laws relating to modern slavery, human trafficking, child labour, and health and safety.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Gardeners Golders Green requires suppliers to uphold standards that are consistent with our values. We expect them to pay fair wages, provide safe working conditions, and ensure that work is freely chosen and not coerced. We also expect them to cascade these standards to their own subcontractors and upstream suppliers.

We reserve the right to conduct audits, site visits, or assessments of suppliers where we consider it necessary. These audits may include a review of employment records, working conditions, recruitment practices, and worker welfare provisions. Where potential issues are identified, we will work with suppliers to agree corrective actions and timescales for implementation. If a supplier fails to address serious concerns, we may suspend or terminate the relationship.

Training and Awareness

To support effective implementation of this statement, we seek to raise awareness of modern slavery risks among our management team and relevant staff. Training and guidance focus on recognising indicators of exploitation, understanding our reporting channels, and applying our procurement and recruitment standards.

We encourage an open culture where workers feel able to ask questions and raise concerns about labour practices without fear of retaliation.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing

Gardeners Golders Green encourages anyone who has reasonable grounds to suspect modern slavery or related abuses connected to our business or supply chains to report their concerns. This includes employees, contractors, suppliers, and members of the public.

Concerns can be raised through our internal reporting channels or directly to management. Reports will be treated seriously and, where requested and legally possible, confidentially. We will investigate reported concerns promptly and take appropriate action, which may include contacting law enforcement or relevant agencies.

No one raising a concern in good faith will suffer any form of retaliation or detrimental treatment as a result of speaking up.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process and that risks may change over time. Gardeners Golders Green is committed to continuous improvement in our approach, including refining our due diligence processes, strengthening supplier engagement, and enhancing training.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year by our leadership. The review considers any changes in our operations, findings from supplier audits, reported concerns, and relevant legal or best-practice developments. Where necessary, we update our policies, procedures, and controls to better prevent, identify, and address modern slavery risks.

This statement reflects the position of Gardeners Golders Green for the current financial year and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to conducting business responsibly and ethically.