Modern Slavery Statement for Gardening Willesden

Gardening Willesden publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our commitment to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation in our operations and supply chain. This modern slavery statement and anti-slavery policy applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged by Gardening Willesden. We recognise our responsibility to take a robust approach and to be transparent about the steps we take.

We operate a zero-tolerance stance toward all forms of modern slavery. Our zero-tolerance policy means any credible allegation results in immediate investigation and, where appropriate, termination of contracts or engagement. Gardening Willesden requires managers to assess risk, act on concerns, and ensure that no worker is subject to coercion, debt bondage or deceptive recruitment. We promote fair working conditions and lawful pay across our gardening services supply chain.

The scope of this Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Statement covers recruitment, procurement and sub-contracting. Our commitments include:

• mapping and assessing supply chain risk;
• embedding anti-slavery clauses in contracts and purchasing terms;
• providing training and awareness for staff and subcontractors.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audit Programme

Gardening Willesden operates supplier audits and monitoring as a core control. We undertake pre-engagement risk assessments and regular reviews of suppliers, with enhanced checks for high-risk provisioning such as seasonal labour, equipment maintenance and landscaping contractors. Our procurement team integrates responsible sourcing into supplier selection and maintains records of due diligence activities.

Supplier audits

We conduct scheduled and unannounced audits, combining self-assessment questionnaires, on-site inspections and, where required, independent third-party audits. Audits evaluate recruitment processes, worker documentation, accommodation, payroll practices and grievance mechanisms. Non-compliances trigger corrective action plans and follow-up audits; serious breaches may lead to contract termination and removal from our approved supplier list.

Contractual safeguards form a key part of our prevention strategy. We include right-to-audit clauses, obligations to comply with labour laws and clear penalties for non-compliance. Our tender and contract templates specify expectations for working hours, health and safety, and freedom of movement. Gardening Willesden also supports supplier capacity building through practical guidance and training to address root causes of exploitation.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We maintain multiple secure reporting channels for employees, workers in our supply chain and third parties to raise concerns. Reports can be raised anonymously and will be handled confidentially. Gardening Willesden enforces a strict policy to protect whistleblowers from retaliation and ensures that all reports are investigated promptly and impartially. All staff are encouraged to report suspicious activity through internal mechanisms.

We measure the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures through regular monitoring and an annual review of our modern slavery policy. The annual review examines audit outcomes, training uptake, reported incidents and corrective actions. Findings inform policy updates, resource allocation and continuous improvement initiatives. Our internal compliance team produces a summary of progress and recommendations to senior management.

In conclusion, Gardening Willesden is committed to continuous improvement and transparency in tackling modern slavery. We will maintain supplier audits, clear reporting channels, and an unwavering zero-tolerance approach. This modern slavery statement for Gardening Willesden will be reviewed at least annually to ensure relevance and effectiveness, and to reinforce our pledge to protect workers and uphold ethical sourcing standards across our gardening services and supply chain.