Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Services Gunnersbury

Gardening Services Gunnersbury is committed to the highest ethical standards. This modern slavery statement sets out our firm stance against any form of forced labour, human trafficking or exploitation across our operations and supply chain. We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery and will take decisive action where evidence of abuse is found. This declaration covers all employees, contractors and partners involved with Gunnersbury gardening services.

Our policy applies across every part of our business, from on-site gardening teams to subcontracted labour and suppliers of plants, materials and equipment. We require every supplier to acknowledge and comply with our standards. To achieve this we maintain clear procurement terms, monitor contractual compliance and use risk-based checks to identify vulnerabilities. The commitment is clear and uncompromising: no tolerance for exploitation, no excuses, and full remediation when concerns arise.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We conduct targeted supplier audits and due diligence as a core control. Audits combine documentary review with on-site visits where appropriate, and are prioritised by risk factors such as geography, labour intensity and supplier tier. Audit activities include verification of right-to-work documentation, review of wage payment records and assessment of working conditions. Findings are documented and action plans agreed. Repeated non-compliance can lead to termination of contracts with Gunnersbury garden services partners.

Reporting Channels

We provide multiple safe reporting routes for concerns about modern slavery. Reports can be made anonymously through third-party hotlines or internally to designated compliance officers. All reports are treated with confidentiality and assessed promptly. We encourage staff and supply chain workers to use these channels without fear of retaliation. Our whistleblowing safeguards are supported by training and an assurance of non-retaliation. The safety and dignity of every person in our network is paramount.

Key prevention measures implemented by our gardening service in Gunnersbury include:

• Contractual obligations requiring suppliers to adhere to modern slavery standards;
• Periodic supplier audits and risk assessments;
• Targeted training for managers and procurement teams;
• Accessible reporting channels and witness protection policies.

We use a mixture of desktop checks and physical inspections to validate information and ensure workers are treated fairly. Where necessary we work with specialist agencies to support victims and to remediate harm.

Our approach to continuous improvement includes regular review of audit methodologies, benchmarking against sector best practice and updating supplier criteria to reflect emerging risks. We maintain a register of high-risk suppliers and apply enhanced monitoring. Where issues are identified we require corrective action plans with clear timelines. Failure to meet remediation milestones can result in sanctions or contract termination for Gunnersbury gardening service supply partners.

Annual review and governance: this modern slavery statement is reviewed at least once a year by senior management and the board. The annual review evaluates policy effectiveness, audit outcomes, training reach and incident responses. Italics and emphasis aside, our focus remains practical: to detect risks early, support affected individuals and escalate serious concerns. We will publish updated statements and maintain transparent reporting on progress. By sustaining vigilance, regular audits and reliable reporting channels, Gardening Service Gunnersbury reaffirms its dedication to eradicating modern slavery from its operations.