Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Services Islington

Gardening Services Islington acknowledges its responsibility to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all parts of our operations and supply chain. As a provider of gardening services in Islington and local Islington garden services, we set out our stance, policies and expected standards. This statement explains our zero tolerance approach, how we assess and audit suppliers, our reporting channels and our commitment to an annual review of practices.

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy against forced labour, bonded labour, child exploitation and any form of human trafficking. All staff, contractors and partners are required to adhere to our policies as a condition of engagement. Breaches of this policy will result in immediate action which may include termination of contracts, suspension of supply relationships, and referral to the appropriate authorities when laws have been broken.

Our Commitments and Principles

We commit to transparency and continual improvement across our operations. Our core principles are respect for human rights, lawful and fair employment practices, and the protection of vulnerable workers. These standards apply to our in-house teams and to every supplier engaged by Islington gardening services, whether providing plants, equipment, labour or subcontracted garden maintenance work.

We apply a risk-based due diligence process designed to identify and mitigate modern slavery risks across our supply chain. Key actions include:

• Pre-qualification checks for new suppliers and regular re-screening for existing partners;
• Contract clauses that prohibit forced labour and require compliance with our ethical standards;
• Mandatory documentation and identity verification for all workers supplied to jobs on behalf of the organisation.

Supplier audits form a central part of our monitoring strategy. Audits are conducted periodically and may be announced or unannounced. They evaluate recruitment practices, payroll records, accommodation provided to workers, working hours and health and safety arrangements. Where audits identify non-compliance, suppliers must present corrective action plans, and follow-up audits verify remediation. Persistent non-compliance leads to contract termination.

We require our supply partners to provide evidence of lawful employment and safe working conditions. All contracts contain explicit clauses giving us the right to perform on-site inspections and review employment records. Training for procurement staff and operations managers helps ensure that modern slavery indicators are recognised and addressed promptly. Our training includes spotting signs of exploitation and understanding the legal responsibilities of the business.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone who suspects modern slavery in relation to our work or supply chain to report concerns through available channels. We maintain confidential internal reporting mechanisms and ensure that workers can raise issues without fear of retaliation. Reports are triaged by a designated compliance officer who coordinates investigations and, where required, escalation to law enforcement or regulatory bodies.

Our reporting framework emphasises protection for whistleblowers and the provision of support to potential victims. We will offer or facilitate access to appropriate support services for individuals identified as victims of exploitation, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect. The organisation also collaborates with local authorities and sector partners when complex cases demand multi-agency responses.

Finally, we commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and associated policies. Each year our leadership team will assess the effectiveness of prevention measures, audit outcomes, training completion rates and any incidents reported. Findings inform continual improvement actions and updated risk assessments. This statement will be reviewed at least annually, and any significant changes in our business or supply chain will prompt an earlier revision. Gardening Services Islington remains resolute in its duty to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and the services we provide in the borough.