Gardening Stockwell Modern Slavery Statement

Gardening Stockwell affirms a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking across all operations and supply chains. This anti-slavery statement outlines our approach to preventing forced labour, exploitation and related abuses. We commit to maintaining an ethical, transparent and accountable business culture and to ensuring the rights and dignity of all workers are respected. Our modern slavery policy is applied consistently across geographies and supplier relationships, and we will not tolerate practices that constitute slavery or trafficking.

Scope and Commitment

Gardening Stockwell's commitment covers direct employees, temporary staff and third-party suppliers. The Modern Slavery Statement applies to procurement of plants, tools, materials and logistical services, and to all vendors who provide goods and services to our organisation. We seek to identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery through due diligence, regular reviews and clear contractual expectations. Our anti-slavery principles are embedded in purchasing, sourcing and supplier onboarding processes.

We operate a clear set of expectations for partners: a) no forced labour, b) fair wages and hours, c) safe working conditions, and d) the right to freely change employers. These expectations are communicated in writing and reinforced in supplier agreements. Key commitments include:

• Zero-tolerance policy for exploitation and human trafficking.
• Mandatory compliance with labour laws and international standards.
• Prompt investigation and remediation when concerns arise.

To ensure these standards are met we run a risk-based supplier audit programme. Our supplier audits combine documentary checks, on-site visits where feasible and remote assessments for high-risk regions. The supplier audit process evaluates recruitment practices, payroll transparency, working hours, health and safety and the absence of recruitment fees. We prioritise high-risk suppliers for frequent checks and embed corrective action plans where issues are identified. Gardening Stockwell's due diligence is recorded and tracked to ensure follow-through.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple secure reporting channels for workers, subcontractors and supply chain partners to raise concerns about potential modern slavery. Reports can be made anonymously and are treated with confidentiality and seriousness. Our procedures include immediate assessment, protective measures for affected workers and escalation to senior management. All allegations are investigated and appropriate corrective steps are taken, up to and including termination of contracts with suppliers who fail to remedy breaches.

Training and awareness are essential components of our anti-slavery strategy. Staff involved in procurement, operations and supplier management receive targeted training on recognising signs of exploitation and on our reporting mechanisms. We also require key suppliers to provide training to their management teams and to maintain accessible channels for workers to report concerns without fear of retaliation.

Monitoring, remediation and continuous improvement are central to our response. When issues are found through audits or reports, Gardening Stockwell adopts a proportionate remediation plan focusing on the welfare of affected workers and preventing recurrence. We work collaboratively with suppliers, NGOs and legal advisors where necessary to ensure appropriate remedy and to uphold workers' rights. Our monitoring processes include regular follow-up audits and performance metrics tied to supplier contracts.

Annual review and governance ensure our policies remain effective. The Board receives an annual report on modern slavery risks, audit outcomes and remediation actions. This annual review evaluates progress, updates risk assessments and recommends policy enhancements. The report includes analysis of supplier performance, incident trends and the effectiveness of our reporting channels. Policies are revised as required to reflect legislative changes and evolving best practice.

In conclusion, Gardening Stockwell's anti-slavery approach combines a zero-tolerance policy, robust supplier audits, clear reporting channels and a structured annual review to drive continual improvement. Our modern slavery and human trafficking statement is a demonstrable commitment to ethical sourcing and worker protection. We will continue to refine our processes, strengthen oversight and collaborate with partners to eliminate exploitation from our supply chain. We reaffirm our dedication to preventing modern slavery in all forms throughout our operations.