Modern Slavery Statement — Gardeners Kentish Town
Gardeners Kentish Town is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach, expectations and actions. We make a clear and unambiguous commitment: we have a zero-tolerance policy towards slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking across the business of Gardeners of Kentish Town and any contractors or suppliers who work with us.
Our policy applies to everyone working for Gardeners in Kentish Town, including permanent staff, temporary workers and external contractors. We require that all people engaged directly or indirectly are treated fairly, paid legally and provided with safe working conditions. We use clear contractual clauses and supplier codes of conduct to reinforce that modern slavery is unacceptable and will result in termination of agreements where non-compliance is identified.
We recognise that the risk of exploitation is most likely to appear in complex supply chains and where labour is sourced through third parties. As Kentish Town gardeners, our procurement and resourcing teams undertake risk-based due diligence before appointing suppliers. We actively promote responsible sourcing and expect all suppliers to uphold our standards, to provide evidence of labour rights compliance, and to cooperate with inquiries and audits.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
To verify the integrity of our supply chain we implement a programme of supplier audits and checks. These measures include:
- Document reviews of payroll, working hours and identity checks;
- On-site inspections and interviews with workers where feasible;
- Contractual obligations that require suppliers to report any incidents and to permit independent inspections.
Audit outcomes are recorded and scored against compliance standards. Non-conformances trigger corrective action plans; serious or persistent breaches lead to supplier suspension or termination. Our approach to supplier audits for Kentish Town gardeners balances proportionate risk assessment with continuous improvement, and we prioritise transparency and constructive remediation wherever possible.
We train procurement staff and site managers on recognising signs of modern slavery, and we maintain a register of high-risk suppliers. Where risks are identified we escalate concerns promptly and document evidence, ensuring that any remedial measures are monitored until resolved.
Reporting Channels and Worker Support
We provide multiple reporting channels to ensure that workers, contractors and third parties can raise concerns safely and confidentially. Reports may be made through internal reporting lines, designated managers, or anonymous reporting mechanisms established by the organisation. All reports are taken seriously and are investigated promptly by appointed personnel.
Our reporting processes guarantee that complainants are protected from retaliation. We make available information on rights and support in accessible formats, and we work with partners where necessary to ensure affected individuals receive appropriate assistance. The reporting channels are part of our broader escalation framework and are monitored to measure effectiveness.
