Modern Slavery Statement for Gardening Neasden

Gardening Neasden affirms its enduring commitment to the eradication of modern slavery, human trafficking and all forms of forced labour across our operations and supply chain. This statement sets out the steps we take to prevent exploitation, protect workers and ensure our Neasden gardening services operate with integrity and respect for human rights. We recognise that as a provider of gardening and landscape services in Neasden and the surrounding area, our responsibilities extend beyond legal compliance to active stewardship of our workforce and partners.

Policy and Principles

Our policy is clear: we operate a zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery and forced labour in any part of our business or supply chain. All staff, contractors and suppliers are expected to uphold this standard. The policy is embedded in our contractual terms with suppliers, purchase orders, and subcontractor agreements, and is supported by training for our teams. We emphasise transparent recruitment and fair pay, and we require that anyone supplying labour to Gardening Neasden adheres to the same high standards.

Zero-Tolerance Enforcement

The zero-tolerance approach is enforced by clear procedures for investigation and remediation. If modern slavery is identified, we will act promptly to remove individuals from harmful situations, report to appropriate authorities, and terminate relationships with offending suppliers. Gardening Neasden will not tolerate practices that lead to exploitation; we will also seek to provide support and remediation for victims where possible, working with local agencies and law enforcement where appropriate. Prevention is as important as response, and our emphasis is on both.

To manage risk across our supply chain we operate a structured supplier audit programme. Our supplier audits include documentary checks, on-site visits and worker interviews where necessary. Audits assess compliance with labour standards, recruitment practices, wage payment, working hours and living conditions. Where risks are identified we require corrective action plans and monitor completion. Suppliers who refuse to cooperate or who fail to rectify serious issues face suspension and contract termination. Key elements of the audit process include:

• Initial risk assessment and categorisation of suppliers by exposure to modern slavery risks.
• Periodic documentation reviews, including right-to-work checks and payroll verification.
• Targeted on-site inspections and interviews designed to detect coercive practices.

Gardening Neasden maintains several reporting channels to ensure concerns can be raised safely and confidentially. These channels include internal reporting to designated compliance officers, anonymous reporting mechanisms and clear escalation procedures. We encourage employees, subcontractors and third parties to report suspicions without fear of reprisal. Reports are handled sensitively and investigated promptly; findings may lead to audit actions, remedial steps, and termination of relationships. All reports are assessed against our modern slavery policy and relevant legislation.

Training and awareness are fundamental to our prevention strategy. We provide regular training for staff and management on recognising signs of exploitation, safe reporting and steps to take when a concern arises. Our procurement and contract teams receive specialist training on including anti-slavery clauses in agreements and on how to conduct due diligence on potential suppliers. In addition, we promote a culture of vigilance and responsibility across the organisation to ensure that human rights remain central to our operations.

Each year Gardening Neasden undertakes an annual review of our anti-slavery measures, supplier audit outcomes and training effectiveness. The review evaluates trends, identifies systemic weaknesses and outlines improvements for the following year. We set measurable targets for supplier compliance and internal controls, and publish an updated statement reflecting progress and planned actions. Continuous improvement is at the heart of this review cycle and helps align our Neasden gardening activities with best practice in labour rights.

In conclusion, Gardening Neasden is resolute in its commitment to combat modern slavery across all forms of gardening activity in Neasden and beyond. We will continue to enforce a strict zero-tolerance policy, conduct rigorous supplier audits, maintain confidential reporting channels, and perform an annual review of our systems to drive transparency and accountability. This modern slavery statement reflects our ongoing pledge to protect workers, promote fair treatment and ensure our supply chains are free from exploitation.