Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Hanwell

Garden Maintenance Hanwell and its teams are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our policies, procedures and the actions we take to ensure that garden maintenance in Hanwell and related services operate with high ethical standards. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, servitude or exploitation, and we expect the same of our suppliers and partners.

The scope of this statement covers direct employees, contract workers, subcontractors and suppliers engaged in groundskeeping and landscaping services. As part of our commitment we will:

• Maintain a clear and enforced zero-tolerance policy for slavery and human trafficking.
• Conduct regular supplier audits and due diligence on contractors providing garden care and maintenance in Hanwell.
• Provide safe reporting channels for any concerns and whistleblowing, handled with confidentiality and seriousness.
• Perform an annual review of our policies and remediation plans to ensure continuous improvement.

We require all suppliers to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct and to make binding commitments in their contracts. Our supplier audits focus on high-risk categories such as seasonal labour, subcontracted landscaping crews and low-paid supply segments. Audit activities include document checks, site visits where practical, worker interviews and review of recruitment practices to ensure compliance with employment law and ethical labour standards across Hanwell garden services.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Reporting channels are accessible to employees, contractors and third parties who wish to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. We maintain confidential processes that protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Reports can be made through internal escalation routes, direct line management notification, or anonymous reporting mechanisms managed by our compliance team. Every report is taken seriously: reports are logged, risk-assessed and investigated by an appointed lead who coordinates corrective actions and protection for affected individuals.

Supplier Audits, Due Diligence and Training

Our supplier due diligence program includes pre-qualification checks, contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery standards, and periodic audits targeted by risk profile. Audits evaluate payroll records, working conditions, right-to-work checks and recruitment fee policies. We also provide targeted training for staff involved in procurement, site supervision and HR to recognise indicators of modern slavery and to act in accordance with our safeguarding and escalation protocols. Training and awareness extend to our partnership network to promote responsible practices across the Hanwell gardening sector.

Enforcement and contractual remedies are clearly defined. Contracts with suppliers include termination rights, remediation requirements and obligations to notify us of any breach. Where exploitation is identified, we pursue remediation for affected workers, which may include reparation measures, engagement with authorities and termination of relationships with non-compliant parties. Our approach balances immediate protection for workers with the need to correct systemic issues in a sustainable manner.

Monitoring, Records and Continuous Improvement

We keep detailed records of risk assessments, audit outcomes, training attendance and investigations. These records inform our annual review process and help set measurable targets for reducing risk. By analysing trends across our supply chains for Hanwell garden maintenance and related landscaping services, we prioritise areas for further audit, capacity building, and supplier development.

Our annual review evaluates the effectiveness of this statement and associated policies. The review covers policy compliance, incident response, audit findings and improvements implemented during the reporting period. We publish updates to reflect evolving risks and new controls, and we remain committed to strengthening protections against modern slavery in all forms. This statement represents our ongoing pledge that Garden Maintenance Hanwell will operate with integrity and respect for human rights throughout every part of our business and extended supply chain.