Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Newham

Garden Maintenance Newham is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement sets out our approach to risk assessment, prevention and response across our garden maintenance in Newham and wider supply chains. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, exploitative practices or human trafficking and require the same standards from all suppliers and contractors.

We recognise that Newham garden maintenance activities can involve complex labour arrangements and subcontracting. To address these risks we implement proportionate due diligence on recruitment, worker documentation and working conditions for staff, seasonal workers and labour-hire partners. Our staff receive training to identify signs of exploitation and to escalate concerns promptly using the reporting channels described below.

Our policy applies to all aspects of our garden maintenance services Newham, including landscaping, hedge trimming, waste removal and maintenance contracts. We publish a clear code of conduct for suppliers and sub-contractors and include anti-slavery clauses in contracts to ensure compliance. Allegations are investigated and serious breaches lead to contract termination, corrective action or referral to authorities where appropriate.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We carry out regular supplier audits and risk-based assessments of our procurement processes. Supplier checks include verification of employment contracts, right-to-work checks, and review of payroll and working hours. For higher-risk suppliers we conduct on-site visits, worker interviews and follow-up audits to ensure standards are maintained. Our supplier code of ethics explicitly prohibits forced labour and requires transparent subcontracting chains.

Audits are recorded and documented, with corrective action plans issued where non-compliances are found. We maintain a central register of suppliers for garden care Newham activities and update risk profiles annually. Where possible we prioritise local, reputable suppliers who demonstrate strong labour practices and fair recruitment processes.

Our procurement team uses a combination of self-assessment questionnaires and independent verification for critical supply categories. We also encourage suppliers to adopt their own anti-modern slavery policies and to share evidence of worker rights protections, training records and recruitment audits.

Reporting Channels and Protection for Whistleblowers

We provide secure and confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. Reports can be made internally through designated compliance officers or anonymously via a secure whistleblowing mechanism. We treat all reports seriously and ensure that anyone raising a concern is protected from retaliation.

Reports are triaged promptly and investigated by trained personnel. If indicators of exploitation are identified, we take immediate steps to secure the welfare of affected workers, which may include suspension of suppliers, transfer of workers to safe accommodations and notification of the relevant enforcement agencies. We document all incidents and outcomes to inform continuous improvement.

To ensure clarity, examples of reportable concerns are listed and communicated to teams working on Newham garden maintenance contracts: unusual recruitment fees, withheld identity documents, restricted freedom of movement, or inconsistent payroll records. We also provide information on worker rights and support options in multiple languages where required.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review — We review this modern slavery statement and our policies at least once every 12 months as part of our governance cycle. The annual review assesses the effectiveness of supplier audits, training outcomes, reported incidents and remedial actions. Changes to operational practice or procurement strategy arising from the review are implemented across our garden maintenance operations in Newham.

Key performance indicators are maintained to measure progress, including the number of supplier audits completed, incidents reported and corrective actions closed. We also include modern slavery risk considerations in strategic planning and contract renewals for Newham garden maintenance and associated services.

Commitment — Garden Maintenance Newham remains firmly committed to eliminating modern slavery in our operations and supply chain. This statement is endorsed by senior management and will be published to ensure transparency about our expectations and the steps we take to uphold the rights and dignity of everyone who works with us.