Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Northolt

Gardeners Northolt is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. This statement sets out our stance as a gardening services provider, our policies, and the actions taken by the Gardeners of Northolt team to ensure a responsible supply chain. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, bonded labour, or exploitation, and we expect the same high standards from contractors and suppliers.

The Northolt gardeners workforce, including seasonal and subcontracted labour, are treated with dignity and respect. We require transparent contracts, lawful working hours, and fair pay. Our recruitment practices include identity verification and checks to ensure no worker is subject to coercion. Internally, managers and supervisors receive training on identifying risks and understanding indicators of modern slavery so the gardening team can act swiftly and appropriately.

Scope and application: This modern slavery and human trafficking statement applies across our direct operations and to our procurement of materials, equipment, and labour. For our suppliers and subcontractors we include specific clauses that prohibit trafficking and forced labour. We actively monitor compliance through documented assessments and maintain a register of high-risk vendors so remedial action can be prioritised.

Key Commitments and Policies

Gardeners - Northolt enforces a clear zero-tolerance policy that forbids any form of slavery or human trafficking. Our policies are published internally and form part of the contractual terms with third parties. We emphasise that non-compliance will lead to contract termination or other sanctions. The policy is supported by training, workplace standards, and regular management reviews to ensure it remains effective and aligned with evolving legal expectations.

We deploy a risk-based approach to supplier management and conduct supplier audits to validate compliance. These audits include documentation checks, interviews, and where appropriate, on-site inspections. For higher-risk suppliers, audits are more frequent and include third-party verifiers. Audit findings result in corrective action plans and continued monitoring until issues are satisfactorily resolved.

Our due diligence extends to procurement and subcontractor selection. We assess potential suppliers for labour practices and require evidence of lawful employment, safe working conditions, and respect for worker rights. The Northolt gardening procurement team uses standard questionnaires and contractual clauses to ensure clear expectations are set from the outset.

Reporting Channels, Remediation and Annual Review

We maintain accessible reporting channels for employees and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery or exploitation. Reports can be submitted anonymously through internal whistleblowing procedures or raised directly to management. All reports are treated confidentially, investigated promptly, and escalated where necessary. We stress that anyone raising a concern will be protected from retaliation.

When an allegation is substantiated, Gardeners Northolt will take decisive remedial action, prioritising the welfare of affected individuals. Remediation may include providing access to support services, working with specialist organisations, or terminating contracts with negligent suppliers. We commit to cooperating with law enforcement or authorities where required and to documenting outcomes to improve prevention.

Annual review: Our modern slavery statement and related policies are reviewed at least once a year by senior management. This review evaluates the effectiveness of due diligence, audits, training, reporting mechanisms, and remediation efforts. Findings produce a refreshed action plan for the following year and inform any necessary updates to procurement practices or staff training. By regularly reviewing progress, the Gardeners of Northolt aim to strengthen protections and reduce the risk of modern slavery across our operations and supply chain.

Summary of commitments:

• Zero-tolerance for forced labour and exploitation.
• Supplier audits and risk-based due diligence.
• Accessible reporting channels and protected whistleblowing.
• Annual review and continuous improvement.

Gardeners Northolt, the gardening team serving our community, pledges to uphold these standards and to work with partners who share our values. Through sustained vigilance, targeted audits, clear reporting channels, and a formal annual review process, we seek to ensure our operations and supply chain are free from modern slavery.

We will continue to monitor, report on, and improve our approach to human rights and labour standards so that everyone connected with Northolt Gardeners can expect fair treatment and safe working conditions.