Gardeners Kensington Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out Gardeners Kensington's commitment to preventing modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. As a specialist grounds and garden services provider, we recognise the responsibility to uphold human rights and adopt an anti-slavery policy that is clear, enforceable and visible across our organisation.

Our zero-tolerance position is unequivocal: we will not tolerate any form of modern slavery, including bonded labour, debt servitude or exploitative working conditions. This zero-tolerance policy applies to all employees, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers with whom Gardeners Kensington engages. We require adherence to our standards through contractual clauses and behavioural expectations embedded in procurement and engagement processes.

The scope of this slavery and human trafficking statement covers our direct workforce, temporary staff and our supply chain partners. We maintain a clear statement of intent and practical measures to mitigate risk. Our modern slavery policy is informed by risk assessment and sector-specific indicators, recognising that landscaping and grounds maintenance can present vulnerabilities in sourcing of seasonal labour, plant hire and supply of materials.

Supply Chain Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

Gardeners Kensington operates a structured supplier due diligence programme. We carry out supplier audits and risk-based reviews that include documentation checks, site visits where appropriate and specific questions on worker recruitment and conditions. Our supplier audits focus on labour practices, wage records and the use of third-party labour providers. We aim to ensure suppliers meet our expectations regarding safe working conditions and lawful employment.

We use a combination of contractual requirements, periodic site audits and desktop assessments to monitor compliance. Our procurement team maintains a register of suppliers ranked by risk and frequency of audit. For higher-risk suppliers we require evidence of recruitment practices, identity checks and transparent payroll records. Remedies for identified non-compliance include corrective action plans, follow-up audits and, where necessary, termination of relationships.

To reinforce compliance we provide training and guidance to procurement and operational staff. This training highlights indicators of exploitation, processes for escalating concerns and our expectations of third parties. We prioritise ongoing supplier engagement to foster improvements and encourage best practice across the gardening and landscaping supply chain.

Reporting Channels, Accountability and Annual Review

Gardeners Kensington promotes multiple reporting channels to enable confidential reporting of suspected exploitation or breaches of this modern slavery policy. Employees and third parties are encouraged to speak up through our internal HR reporting routes, trusted managers and an anonymous reporting mechanism. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and handled in a manner that protects whistleblowers from retaliation.

Management accountability is explicit: the senior leadership team oversees delivery of this slavery statement, while the operations director ensures supplier audits and corrective actions are implemented. We maintain records of investigations, outcomes and supplier performance to inform continuous improvement. Our strong stance is supported by written policies, staff training and documented oversight.

Gardeners Kensington commits to an annual review of this policy and our modern slavery and human trafficking statement. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of due diligence, the outcomes of supplier audits, the volume and resolution of reports and emerging risks. We will update our approach in response to findings, new legislation and sector developments to ensure our anti-slavery policy remains robust, relevant and effective.