Gardener Hampstead Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement for Gardener Hampstead sets out our commitment to identifying, preventing and eradicating any form of modern slavery, labour exploitation or human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. As an organisation operating in gardening, landscaping and grounds management, we recognise the importance of a clear and enforceable anti-slavery policy, embedded in our values. This declaration, our slavery and human trafficking statement, explains the steps we have taken and will continue to take to manage these risks.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour and exploitation. All employees, contractors and partners are expected to adhere to this principle. Our internal code of conduct is explicit: anyone found to be complicit in modern slavery will face disciplinary action, contract termination and reporting to appropriate authorities where required. This zero tolerance approach is supported by senior management and forms the basis of our modern slavery policy.

Gardener Hampstead has assessed our supply chain and procurement processes to identify areas of potential risk. We source materials, plants, equipment and labour from a diverse range of suppliers and subcontractors. To manage risk we maintain a register of suppliers, classify them by risk level and conduct proportionate due diligence. Key controls include:

• Verification of supplier business records and labour practices
• Mandatory contractual clauses prohibiting forced labour and requiring compliance with our anti-slavery statement
• Requirement for evidence of fair wages, working hours and worker rights

Due Diligence, Audits and Supplier Controls

We undertake due diligence that reflects the nature, scale and complexity of our activities. Our modern slavery and human trafficking due diligence process includes desk-based reviews, risk questionnaires and, where indicated, site visits. We increased supplier scrutiny in higher risk categories and implemented a programme of supplier audits to verify compliance with our anti-slavery standards. These supplier audits combine document checks, interviews and targeted inspections to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Supplier audits are part of our broader supplier management framework. Audit outcomes are documented and followed up with corrective action plans where necessary. Persistent non-compliance leads to escalation and, if unresolved, termination of the business relationship. We use different variations of our main policy names, including 'anti-slavery statement', 'modern slavery policy' and 'slavery and human trafficking statement', to ensure clarity across communications and contractual documentation.

Training forms a vital part of our approach. All staff with procurement or supervisory responsibilities receive tailored training on signs of labour exploitation, ethical procurement and how to act if concerns arise. We encourage a culture of vigilance and responsibility so that our anti-slavery obligations are understood at every level of the company.

Reporting, Remediation and Annual Review

We provide secure and confidential reporting channels for employees, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery. Our whistleblowing and reporting channels are accessible, protected and promoted internally; reports are investigated promptly and impartially. We commit to protecting whistleblowers from retaliation and to providing support to any individuals affected by exploitation. Reporting channels include internal escalation routes and anonymous reporting mechanisms managed by our governance team.

Where issues are identified, Gardener Hampstead will seek to remediate harm fairly and promptly. Remediation may include working with suppliers to remedy employment conditions, supporting workers to access remedies and, when necessary, terminating contracts. Our approach balances accountability with practical steps to protect vulnerable workers and prevent recurrence.

This modern slavery statement is reviewed annually as part of our corporate governance cycle and reported to senior leadership and the board. The annual review evaluates risk assessments, audit findings, training completion rates and the effectiveness of reporting channels. We will update our policies, increase supplier audits where needed and enhance training based on emerging risks and lessons learned. By committing to transparency, continuous improvement and a strong ethical stance, Gardener Hampstead reaffirms its dedication to eradicating modern slavery from our business, our supply chains and the communities in which we operate.