Modern Slavery Statement — Gardeners Gunnersbury

Gardeners Gunnersbury affirms a firm and enduring commitment to the eradication of modern slavery in all forms. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our approach to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and other abuses in our operations and supply chains. As a local landscaping and horticulture provider, Gunnersbury Gardeners recognises its duty to uphold human rights and to implement a robust modern slavery policy across procurement, employment and contractor management. We adopt a zero-tolerance stance and expect the same from partners, suppliers and subcontractors.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Core Principles

Our anti-slavery statement is grounded in an explicit zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery. We require that all workers engaged directly or indirectly are treated with dignity and fairness. The policy is embedded in employment contracts, supplier terms and company handbooks. Any confirmed breach of our anti-slavery policy will trigger immediate disciplinary action, termination of contracts and referral to the appropriate authorities where necessary. Gardeners Gunnersbury enforces clear contractual warranties that prohibit exploitative labour practices.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We conduct targeted due diligence on suppliers and contractors, prioritising higher-risk categories such as seasonal labour, subcontracted maintenance crews and imported materials. Our supplier audit programme includes:

• Pre-engagement risk assessments and declarations of compliance;
• Periodic on-site and remote audits to confirm workplace conditions and documentation;
• Corrective action plans with timelines and follow-up reviews where issues are identified.

These measures form part of our wider Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement practice to reduce exposure and improve transparency throughout our supply chain.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Gardeners Gunnersbury provides multiple confidential reporting channels to ensure concerns about forced labour or trafficking can be raised safely. Employees and third parties are encouraged to report suspected abuses through anonymous reporting mechanisms, a designated internal compliance lead and trusted third-party hotlines where available. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and treated with confidentiality and respect. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and maintain secure records of investigations and outcomes.

Supplier Engagement, Training and Contractual Controls

We require suppliers to comply with our anti-slavery requirements and to cascade those obligations down their supply chains. Contractual terms include explicit anti-slavery clauses, audit rights and termination provisions for non-compliance. Gardeners Gunnersbury delivers regular training for procurement staff, site managers and supervisors to recognise indicators of exploitation. We also provide guidance to suppliers on recruitment best practices, pay transparency and lawful employment checks to reduce risk.

Monitoring, Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

The effectiveness of our modern slavery approach is reviewed annually by senior management and the board. The annual review examines audit findings, reported incidents, remediation outcomes and performance against key indicators, such as the number of supplier audits completed, corrective actions closed and training hours delivered. Results inform updates to our modern slavery policy and operational procedures. We publish a summary of progress as part of our ongoing commitment to transparency in our anti-slavery statement and to continual improvement. Gardeners Gunnersbury is committed to evolving its practices as risks change, and to strengthening collaboration with partners and stakeholders to reduce the prevalence of modern slavery in landscaping and horticulture sectors.

Governance and Accountability: The board and senior leadership maintain responsibility for the implementation of this anti-slavery policy. Our compliance lead coordinates audits, reporting and remediation and reports outcomes to leadership. We use supplier performance metrics to prioritise engagement and resourcing. If modern slavery is suspected or confirmed, we commit to providing or supporting appropriate remediation for affected workers while cooperating fully with law enforcement. This modern slavery declaration signals Gardeners Gunnersbury’s unwavering resolve to prevent exploitation. Through stringent supplier audits, clear reporting channels, an explicit zero-tolerance position and a regular annual review cycle, we aim to ensure our operations and supply chains are free from modern slavery and human trafficking, fostering a safe and ethical environment for all workers connected to our business.