Garden Maintenance Battersea Modern Slavery Statement

Garden Maintenance Battersea is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach across Battersea garden maintenance and related groundskeeping services. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, servitude, or exploitation, and we expect the same high standards from all contractors, suppliers and partners who work with us.

We recognise the responsibility that comes with providing local garden services in Battersea and the surrounding communities. Our policy is clear: any worker discovered in conditions indicative of slavery or human trafficking will be protected, supported and where appropriate we will work with authorities to secure justice. Prevention, protection and remediation are the pillars of our approach to ethical gardening and maintenance.

Scope and Governance

This statement applies to all aspects of our Battersea groundskeeping activities, including landscaping, pruning, waste disposal and seasonal planting. Our board and senior management review modern slavery risks regularly. We maintain documented procedures and a risk register to identify areas where workers could be vulnerable, such as seasonal labour, subcontracted crews and supply deliveries.

Key Commitments

We commit to:

• Zero-tolerance: acting immediately upon credible reports of exploitation.
• Supplier audits: conducting due diligence and audits of high-risk suppliers.
• Training: ensuring staff understand signs of exploitation and reporting channels.

These commitments are embedded in our procurement processes for garden maintenance in Battersea and our expectations are communicated to suppliers.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We perform risk-based supplier assessments and periodic audits focusing on labour practices, recruitment fees, and subcontracting arrangements. Audits include document reviews, on-site visits and worker interviews where appropriate. Where audits uncover non-compliance, we require time-bound corrective action plans, and will terminate contracts if suppliers fail to remediate serious breaches. Our supplier code of conduct explicitly prohibits any form of modern slavery across the Battersea garden services supply chain.

We use different verification methods for varying risk levels; for lower-risk suppliers a self-assessment may suffice, while higher-risk suppliers face formal third-party audits. Emphasis is placed on transparency, traceability of labour sources and ensuring that recruitment processes do not involve fees that shift the burden to workers.

Reporting Channels and Support

We provide clear, confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns. Reports can be made through internal channels and anonymous whistleblowing facilities. All reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly. Victim support is prioritised: we provide access to medical care, counselling and liaison with appropriate agencies while ensuring non-retaliation for whistleblowers.

Training and Awareness

Staff and onsite supervisors receive regular training on recognising the indicators of forced labour and exploitation in Battersea garden maintenance contexts. Training covers how to escalate concerns, identify suspicious recruitment practices and how to support potentially exploited workers. We also provide guidance to subcontractors to ensure consistent standards across all landscaping and gardening operations.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

We conduct an annual review of our modern slavery statement, policies and the effectiveness of our actions. This review considers audit findings, incident reports, feedback from workers and changes in legal requirements. Outcomes of the annual review lead to updates in our risk assessments, supplier selection criteria and training content to strengthen compliance in future procurement cycles.

Enforcement and Accountability

Responsibility for implementation lies with senior leadership and our compliance team. We maintain records of due diligence, audits, and corrective actions. Where necessary, we will remove suppliers from our approved list and pursue contractual remedies. Our approach to enforcement is firm but fair, balancing the need for immediate protection with the aim of long-term improvements where possible.

In summary, as a provider of Battersea garden maintenance and related services, we are resolute in our stance against modern slavery. Zero tolerance is not just a phrase: it drives our procurement, audit and reporting practices. By working collaboratively with suppliers, staff and local stakeholders, we aim to reduce risk, enhance transparency and ensure every worker is treated with dignity and fairness.

We will publish updates following each annual review and continue to strengthen our policies and supplier engagement to maintain ethical standards in all aspects of our Battersea garden and landscaping work.