Modern Slavery Statement — Gardener Ilford

Gardener Ilford publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm a firm and clear commitment to identifying, preventing and addressing modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. This statement applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged with Gardener Ilford and is reviewed annually to maintain its relevance and effectiveness.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery or exploitation. Our approach combines proactive risk assessment, contractual expectations and worker-centred remediation. As an Ilford gardener employer and services provider, we understand that local contracting and seasonal staffing may present specific risks; we therefore require all stakeholders to uphold our standards and to act immediately on any concerns.

All suppliers, sub-contractors and recruitment partners are expected to comply with the principles set out in this Gardener Ilford modern slavery statement. We mandate transparency in recruitment fees, working conditions, identity documentation and pay practices. Any evidence of coercion, debt bondage, withholding identity documents or deceptive hiring will trigger investigation and potential termination of contracts.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Gardener Ilford carries out risk-based supplier audits and due diligence to assess compliance and reduce exposure to modern slavery. Our supplier engagement includes:

• Verification of recruitment processes and worker contracts;
• Site visits and third-party audits where risk indicators are present;
• Document reviews for pay records, working hours and identity protection;
• Contract clauses requiring adherence to anti-slavery standards and the right to audit.

Monitoring and Corrective Action

Where audits identify non-compliance, we implement proportionate corrective actions: time-bound remediation plans, supplier training and, if necessary, contract termination. We emphasise remediation for affected workers and adopt measures to prevent recurrences.

Reporting Channels and Safe Disclosure — How to Raise Concerns

Gardener Ilford provides multiple secure channels for reporting suspected modern slavery, including internal confidential reporting mechanisms and designated compliance officers. Reports are handled sensitively and promptly, with protections against retaliation. We encourage workers, suppliers and the public to report concerns; all reports are assessed, investigated and recorded. Our whistleblowing procedures are designed to be accessible to non-native English speakers and to respect privacy throughout the investigative process.

Training, Roles and Responsibilities — Implementation

We deliver targeted training for managers, procurement teams and frontline staff to recognise indicators of exploitation and to follow our response protocols. Procurement has a central role in supplier selection and ongoing monitoring, while operational managers ensure on-site compliance. Senior leadership maintains oversight and receives regular updates on progress against our anti-slavery objectives.

Accountability measures include performance indicators for supplier compliance, audit outcomes and resolution timelines. Our contractual framework requires suppliers to notify Gardener Ilford of any credible allegations and to cooperate with investigations. Repeated breaches result in remediation or removal from our approved supplier list.

We commit to an annual review of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement, informed by audit findings, stakeholder feedback and evolving best practice. The review process evaluates the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, reporting efficacy and training programmes, and it updates risk assessments and action plans accordingly. This ensures the statement remains a living document that reflects our continuous improvement efforts.

In conclusion, the modern slavery statement for Gardener Ilford represents a proactive, worker-focused and enforcement-ready approach. We reaffirm our obligation to prevent modern slavery across our services, supply chain and operations and to act decisively where issues are identified. This commitment is endorsed by senior management and embedded in our operational procedures, demonstrating that Gardener Ilford will not tolerate modern slavery in any form.