Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Blackfriars

Gardening Blackfriars publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to reaffirm our commitment to preventing slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. We operate a firm zero-tolerance policy for any form of forced labour, exploitation, or coercion. This anti-slavery statement explains our approach to risk, the steps we take to mitigate potential harm, and the responsibilities of our teams and partners to uphold ethical standards.

Our gardening services, horticultural procurement and landscape supply activities are governed by values that prioritise dignity, safety and fairness. The Gardening Blackfriars modern slavery policy requires every employee, contractor and supplier to act in accordance with labour rights and to report concerns through specified channels. We expect the same standards of integrity from our subcontractors and suppliers, and we apply proportionate measures to identify and address potential breaches of the Modern Slavery Act.

The Gardening Blackfriars slavery statement sets out clear governance: senior management ownership, a named compliance lead, and routine training for staff at recruitment and annually thereafter. We define responsibilities using practical procedures for recruitment, verification of right-to-work, and monitoring of working hours and pay. Our modern slavery and human trafficking controls include pre-engagement checks, ongoing oversight and contractual clauses that forbid abusive labour practices.

Supplier Audits, Due Diligence and Corrective Action

We undertake targeted supplier audits and due diligence to reduce the likelihood of modern slavery in our supply chain. Audits combine document reviews, site visits and worker interviews where appropriate. Suppliers are selected for review according to risk criteria such as geography, product category and labour intensity. That approach supports transparency and continuous improvement in our supplier relationships.

Audit findings are recorded and escalated to procurement leadership. When non-compliance is identified, Gardening Blackfriars implements a graduated corrective action plan: written notice, remediation timeline, independent verification and, where necessary, contract termination. We require suppliers to demonstrate corrective progress and provide evidence of improved working conditions before restoration of business. Our procurement terms include anti-slavery clauses and the right to audit.

Key elements of our supplier assurance include:

• Risk-based supplier mapping and onboarding checks
• Regular compliance audits and spot inspections
• Contractual obligations to respect labour rights and enable worker voice

Reporting Channels, Protection and Annual Review

Gardening Blackfriars maintains multiple reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery, including anonymous reporting mechanisms and direct escalation to management. We promote a culture of speaking up: reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and confidentially, and appropriate remedies are applied. There is a strict no-retaliation stance for anyone reporting in good faith and support is available to affected workers.

To ensure effectiveness, our whistleblowing and reporting procedures specify how reports are received, triaged and resolved. Investigations consider victim protection, provision of safe alternatives, and liaison with external specialists or enforcement agencies where required. We train staff and contractors on recognising signs of coercion, debt bondage, withholding of identity documents and other indicators of exploitation.

This modern slavery policy is reviewed on an annual basis as part of our governance cycle. The annual review includes evaluation of audit outcomes, supplier performance, emerging risks and the adequacy of training programmes. Findings are reported to senior leadership and used to update procedures and controls. Gardening Blackfriars is committed to continual improvement and will update this statement to reflect progress, learnings and strengthened safeguards against modern slavery.