Modern Slavery Statement — Gardener Sidcup

Gardener Sidcup is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions we take across our gardening services and supply chain to ensure that forced labour, child labour and exploitation have no place within our business. Our position is zero-tolerance and we will act decisively if concerns arise.

As a responsible Sidcup gardener and landscaping provider, Gardener Sidcup Ltd recognises its duty to workers, contractors and partners. We apply robust recruitment standards, verify identity and right to work, and maintain transparent payroll systems. The statement applies to all employees, seasonal workers, subcontractors and suppliers delivering materials and services to our operations in Sidcup and surrounding areas.

Our policies are designed to be practical and enforceable. We have a written anti-slavery policy, contractual clauses for suppliers, and clear disciplinary measures for breaches. All staff receive training on spotting signs of exploitation and the appropriate steps to take. We support a culture where concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation and where everyone understands that compliance with anti-slavery standards is mandatory.

We carry out due diligence across our supply chain for gardening supplies and subcontracted labour. Our procurement process for gardening services Sidcup includes checks on business legitimacy, financial stability and ethical practices. We prioritise local suppliers and vet new partners to reduce the risk of exploitation and to foster transparent, fair relationships.

Supplier audits form a central part of our approach. Audits combine documentary review and, where appropriate, on-site visits to confirm that suppliers meet our expectations. We assess working hours, pay records, accommodation where provided, and recruitment methods to identify any indicators of forced labour or trafficking.

Key measures we employ include:

• Formal supplier agreements requiring adherence to our anti-slavery code;
• Periodic audit schedules and random checks;
• Verification of payroll, time records and employment contracts;
• Mandatory corrective action plans where deficiencies are found.

These steps help Gardener Sidcup maintain accountability and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

We provide multiple reporting channels so workers and third parties can raise concerns about modern slavery. Reports can be made confidentially and will be investigated promptly. Our process ensures impartial review, protection for whistleblowers and clear escalation paths for serious findings. We encourage anyone who suspects exploitation to come forward.

In addition to internal reporting, we co-operate with relevant authorities and industry bodies when required. We commit to taking remedial action where exploitation is identified, including terminating relationships with non-compliant suppliers and supporting affected individuals through appropriate referrals, while respecting confidentiality and welfare needs.

Gardener Sidcup undertakes an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our policies. Each year we will evaluate the effectiveness of our measures, update risk assessments, review supplier performance and enhance training for staff. The review process is documented, reported to senior management and used to set targets for the year ahead. Continuous improvement is central to our ethos.