Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Woolwich

Gardening Woolwich publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to declare our unwavering commitment to human rights, ethical employment and a supply chain free from exploitation. This modern slavery policy reflects our zero-tolerance approach: we will not tolerate forced labour, human trafficking or any form of coercion in our operations or throughout our supplier network. We expect all partners to match this standard.

Our stance on labour exploitation is clear and uncompromising. We embed the principle of no tolerance into procurement and operational decisions, ensuring that everyone who works with Gardening Woolwich is treated with dignity and fairness. This document explains our actions on the modern-slavery front, the steps taken to identify risks, and the mechanisms in place to prevent abuses.

Key elements of this slavery statement include dedicated supplier due diligence, regular supplier audits and robust reporting channels. We implement a tiered audit program that focuses on higher-risk suppliers and contractors. Our measures include:

• Supplier audits and on-site inspections where risk indicators exist;
• Contract clauses requiring compliance with a modern slavery policy;
• Training for procurement staff and contractors about signs of bonded or coerced labour.

Zero-tolerance policy and enforcement

Gardening Woolwich maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward any breach of human rights. If modern slavery or forced labour is detected, immediate remedial action will be taken, up to and including termination of contracts and referral to the appropriate authorities. Our modern slavery policy is enforced across all service lines and operations. We also reserve the right to require corrective action plans and follow-up audits to ensure compliance.

To ensure transparency and accountability, we carry out supplier risk assessments before engaging services or materials. These pre-contract checks evaluate labour practices, recruitment fees, working hours and wage standards, especially for suppliers located in higher-risk jurisdictions. We maintain records of assessments and corrective actions in accordance with our internal compliance standards.

Training, awareness and continuous improvement are central: procurement teams and site managers receive regular training on how to spot indicators of exploitation, how to conduct respectful worker interviews and how to escalate concerns. We aim to foster a culture where reporting concerns is encouraged and supported.

Reporting channels and annual review

We provide multiple reporting channels to ensure suspected instances of modern slavery can be raised safely and anonymously. Employees and third parties can use internal reporting mechanisms; whistleblower protections are clearly stated in our policies. All reports are investigated promptly by trained compliance personnel and appropriate remedial steps are taken.

In addition to internal channels, Gardening Woolwich promotes safe escalation routes within the supply chain. We require suppliers to establish their own accessible reporting mechanisms and to demonstrate responsiveness to concerns. Non-compliance with these expectations can lead to contract suspension or termination.

We commit to an annual review of this Slavery Statement and our wider human-rights approach. Each year, senior management reviews risk assessments, audit outcomes and effectiveness of reporting channels. Findings drive policy updates, targeted supplier engagement and training improvements. This living statement reflects our ongoing vigilance against modern slavery and ensures Gardening Woolwich remains proactive in protecting workers across our operations.