Gardeners Rotherhithe Modern Slavery Statement
Gardeners Rotherhithe publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our absolute commitment to preventing contemporary slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations and supply chains. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of exploitation and require all employees, contractors and partners to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct. This anti-slavery declaration applies across our horticultural services, site operations and any third-party relationships we engage in.
We recognise our responsibility to proactively address risks associated with a modern slavery policy and to communicate expectations clearly. Our approach to the slavery and human trafficking statement is built on transparency, continuous improvement and practical measures designed to identify, mitigate and remediate potential issues. Staff training includes awareness sessions and role-specific briefings to ensure everyone understands their duties in detecting and reporting concerns.
As part of our modern slavery policy, Gardeners Rotherhithe conducts targeted supplier due diligence. We require all suppliers and subcontractors to declare compliance with anti-slavery standards and to agree to contractual clauses that prohibit forced labour. Supplier audits are scheduled based on risk profile and include document checks, site visits where feasible and spot checks of worker records. Auditing processes are supported by clear escalation routes should issues be identified.
Zero-Tolerance, Supplier Audits and Contractual Safeguards
Our zero-tolerance approach is underpinned by a combination of contractual safeguards and practical controls. We insist on fair recruitment practices, prompt and transparent payment of wages, and freedom for workers to terminate employment without penalty. Where we subcontract, we require our partners to maintain the same standards and to permit independent audits. Non-compliance triggers remedial action plans, and persistent breaches may result in contract termination.
Gardeners Rotherhithe makes use of proportionate supplier audits and risk assessments to maintain a resilient supply chain. Audit findings are recorded, and corrective actions are monitored until completion. We also maintain a list of higher-risk suppliers who receive greater scrutiny. Our procurement policies emphasise local sourcing where possible to reduce risk, and we encourage suppliers to adopt similar anti-slavery practices in their own networks.
We provide clear reporting channels to ensure concerns can be raised safely and confidentially. Employees and third parties can report suspected modern slavery through internal whistleblowing routes that guarantee protection against victimisation. We analyse all reports promptly and, where appropriate, engage external experts and authorities to investigate and resolve matters. Our reporting procedures are designed to be accessible, with multiple channels for raising issues.
Monitoring, Review and Ongoing Commitments
Gardeners Rotherhithe conducts an annual review of this anti-slavery statement and its supporting policies to ensure continued effectiveness. The review includes an assessment of supplier audit outcomes, training uptake across teams, and any reported incidents. Where gaps are identified, we implement corrective measures and revise controls. We also update our risk assessments to reflect changes in operations, supplier relationships and the external environment.
Our commitments include:
- Maintaining a clear zero-tolerance policy across all activities;
- Regular supplier audits and due diligence to identify risk;
- Accessible reporting channels for staff and partners;
- Annual review of policies and performance to drive continuous improvement.
