Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Carshalton

Gardening Carshalton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement describes how Gardening in Carshalton identifies, mitigates and manages the risk of forced labour, exploitation and other modern slavery risks. Our organisation operates a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, and we will act immediately to investigate and remedy any suspected violations.

We recognise our responsibility across the supply chain for Carshalton gardening services and the wider landscaping sector. We adopt a proactive approach that includes worker-centred safeguards, clear contractual terms, and training for staff. Our approach emphasises transparency and continual improvement; all policies are communicated clearly to suppliers and staff, and we use regular checks to uphold standards.

The scope of this statement covers direct employees, subcontractors and suppliers who provide materials, plants and labour for gardens in Carshalton and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to ensuring that every individual involved in delivering gardens Carshalton residents rely on is treated with dignity and receives lawful pay, safe working conditions and freedom of movement. Any indication of coercion, retention of identity documents or withheld wages will trigger immediate action.

Our Policies and Supplier Expectations

We maintain a clear code of conduct and supplier terms that articulate our expectations. All suppliers must agree to our anti-slavery clauses before engagement. Our procurement team conducts due diligence to identify risks in supply chains for Gardening Carshalton, and we reserve the right to terminate contracts if suppliers fail to comply with modern slavery requirements. We use supplier audits and contractual commitments to reinforce compliance.

To make our commitments tangible, we perform regular supplier assessments and internal audits. Key procedures include:

• Pre-qualification checks on recruitment and labour practices;
• On-site supplier audits focused on documentation, wages and working hours;
• Contract clauses requiring freedom of movement, lawful recruitment fees and safe accommodation where provided.

We also provide training modules to procurement and operational staff about spotting signs of exploitation, safe recruitment and reporting obligations. These measures strengthen oversight and help prevent exploitation across the network of providers for Carshalton gardening contracts.

Reporting, Investigation and Annual Review

Gardening Carshalton operates confidential reporting channels for employees and third parties to raise concerns about forced labour or human trafficking. Reports may be raised through anonymous internal mechanisms and are treated seriously, investigated promptly and escalated to senior management where necessary. We guarantee protection from retaliation for anyone reporting in good faith.

When a report is received we undertake a structured investigation that may include supplier audits, interviews with workers, review of payroll and recruitment documentation, and collaboration with external experts where needed. Where wrongdoing is identified we will take decisive remedial action, including contract termination, remediation for affected workers and notification to appropriate authorities.

Our Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by senior leadership to assess effectiveness and to update policies, training and supplier audit plans. The annual review evaluates the performance of our zero-tolerance policy, the outcomes of supplier audits, incident responses and improvements in reporting channels. We publish updates and make adjustments to improve safeguards for vulnerable workers across Carshalton gardening and landscaping activities.

Gardening Carshalton will continue to strengthen measures against modern slavery, using lessons learned from audits and investigations to refine controls. We reaffirm our uncompromising stance: modern slavery will not be tolerated in any part of our operations or supply chain. Through ongoing vigilance, supplier engagement and robust reporting channels, we commit to protecting the rights and dignity of all workers who support gardening in Carshalton.

All staff and suppliers are expected to support this commitment. We will expand training, enhance audit frequency where higher risks are identified and maintain open communication channels so that issues can be raised and resolved quickly. Our long-term aim is to embed ethical practices across every aspect of Carshalton gardening work and to drive continuous improvement in worker protections.

By maintaining a clear zero-tolerance stance, conducting systematic supplier audits, providing safe reporting channels and performing an annual review, Gardening Carshalton pledges to combat modern slavery and protect vulnerable people involved in delivering quality gardens and landscaping across the community.