Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Services Crouch End

Frontline gardeners at work in Crouch End community gardens Gardening Services Crouch End is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. Our zero-tolerance approach applies to every contractor, supplier and individual who works with our green maintenance teams. This statement sets out our policies, procedures and expectations for all forms of forced labour and exploitation across Crouch End gardening services and related landscaping work.

Policy and Principles

We operate a strict, zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery. All staff, subcontractors and suppliers must comply with our standards. We require valid proof of legal right to work for every team member engaged by our horticultural services in Crouch End, and we prohibit retention of passports or any documents used to coerce workers. Our employment practices emphasise fair pay, safe working conditions and freedom to leave employment.

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Scope and Responsibility

The commitment covers all Gardening Services in Crouch End activities including garden maintenance, groundskeeping and landscape installation. Senior management is responsible for oversight and the nominated compliance lead ensures implementation. We expect every supplier of Crouch End gardening contractors to adhere to our standards through contractual clauses and monitoring.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits: Our due diligence includes risk assessments and regular supplier audits. We evaluate suppliers before appointment and conduct periodic reviews of labour practices for local garden service providers, seasonal labour agencies and equipment contractors. Audits assess recruitment practices, pay records, working hours and accommodation arrangements where applicable.

On-site audit of landscaping crew in local park Audits are a combination of documentary checks, remote interviews and on-site visits. Where risks are identified, we require corrective action plans and set time-bound remediation milestones. Repeated non-compliance leads to suspension or termination of supply relationships. Our procurement team maintains a register of approved suppliers for Crouch End gardening services that have passed vetting.

We emphasise transparency: subcontractors must disclose any labour brokers used and provide evidence of direct employment terms. In line with our supplier inspection programme, we prioritise higher-risk supply chains such as seasonal planting, tree surgery subcontractors and mobile cleaning crews.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We maintain clear reporting channels for concerns about forced labour or exploitation, available to employees, contractors and third parties connected to our Crouch End garden care operations. Reports can be made confidentially through internal reporting lines and to designated compliance officers. We guarantee non-retaliation for individuals who raise genuine concerns in good faith.

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How to Report

Reports are triaged promptly, investigated impartially and outcomes are recorded. If immediate risk to a person is suspected, we cooperate with relevant authorities and support agencies. All allegations of modern slavery linked to our gardening services will trigger a formal review and where necessary, immediate protective action for potential victims.

Annual review meeting for compliance and anti-slavery policy Training and Awareness We provide regular training to staff and supervisors on identifying indicators of modern slavery, secure recruitment practices and safe reporting. Training materials reference examples relevant to local garden maintenance teams, Crouch End grounds crews and subcontracted landscape labour. Awareness helps early detection and prevention.

Remediation and Continuous Improvement

Where breaches are found, we take a victim-centred approach to remediation, ensuring access to support, medical care and legal advice where needed. We work with suppliers to implement corrective measures and monitor their effectiveness. Persistent failure to improve results in contract termination with our gardening suppliers.

We set measurable objectives for supply chain compliance, including audit completion rates, corrective action closure times and staff training coverage across Crouch End gardening services. These metrics inform management reviews and help drive continuous improvement.

Annual Review and Governance: This statement is reviewed at least once every year by the board and senior management. The annual review evaluates policy effectiveness, audit findings, reported incidents and remediation outcomes. It also updates risk assessments and strengthens controls where necessary to ensure that Gardening Services — Crouch End remains committed to eradicating modern slavery from all aspects of our operations.

Commitment We remain resolute in our obligation to respect human rights, maintain responsible procurement standards and to ensure that all gardening services in the Crouch End area are free from exploitation. Through robust supplier audits, clear reporting channels, a strict zero-tolerance policy and an annual review cycle, we are dedicated to preventing modern slavery within our sphere of influence.