Gardeners Bayswater Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions taken by Gardeners Bayswater to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to respect human rights and are committed to continuously improving our practices to identify, prevent, and address any risk of modern slavery.
Zero-Tolerance Approach
Gardeners Bayswater maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and all forms of exploitation. This policy applies to all employees, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and any other parties representing or working with our business. We are committed to conducting business ethically, fairly, and with integrity in all our relationships, and we expect the same high standards from all those we work with.
Any confirmed instance of modern slavery connected to our business will result in immediate and decisive action, which may include termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities, and full cooperation with any ensuing investigations.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Gardeners Bayswater provides gardening and related services, including maintenance, landscaping, and associated outdoor services. Our supply chains include providers of horticultural products, tools, equipment, uniforms, transport, and business support services. We recognise that certain sectors, locations, and types of work may present higher risks of modern slavery, and we prioritise our efforts accordingly.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We require our suppliers and contractors to uphold labour standards consistent with our values and with applicable laws on employment, health and safety, and human rights. As part of our supplier onboarding and ongoing management, we communicate our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and expect clear confirmation that they do not engage in such practices.
Gardeners Bayswater is implementing a risk-based supplier audit process to assess compliance with our ethical standards. This may include:
Review of company policies and procedures on labour and human rights; Requests for information on recruitment practices and use of agency or migrant labour; Verification of wages, working hours, and conditions; Site visits where proportionate and practical; Corrective action plans where risks or non-compliance are identified.
Suppliers that fail to meet our expectations or refuse to address identified issues may have their relationship with Gardeners Bayswater reviewed or terminated.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We encourage all employees, workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery connected to our operations or supply chains. Concerns can be raised through existing internal reporting routes, including line management or senior management, or through any designated reporting channels that may be communicated as our programme develops.
Reports will be treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly where appropriate. We will not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith. Confidentiality will be respected as far as possible, and information will only be shared with those who need to know in order to address the issue.
Training and Awareness
Gardeners Bayswater is committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees and key suppliers. Where relevant, we will provide training on recognising potential indicators of exploitation, understanding our zero-tolerance policy, and knowing how to report concerns. We aim to embed respect for human rights into our daily decision-making and procurement practices.
Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with the senior management of Gardeners Bayswater. They are accountable for ensuring that appropriate policies, procedures, and controls are in place and operating effectively.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least annually to reflect any changes in our business operations, legal requirements, or best practice guidance. As part of the annual review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our measures, consider feedback from stakeholders, and identify opportunities for improvement.
By continuing to develop our processes, Gardeners Bayswater aims to reduce the risk of modern slavery within our organisation and supply chains and to contribute positively to the wider effort to eradicate exploitation in all its forms.
