Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Services Hammersmith

Gardening Services Hammersmith maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking across every part of our operation. This statement sets out how our Hammersmith gardening services and associated garden maintenance in Hammersmith work to identify, prevent and address any risks of forced labour, exploitation or coercion. Our commitment applies to employees, contractors, suppliers and partners engaged by the company.

Our Policy and Principles

We have a clear, written anti-slavery policy that requires all staff and subcontractors to act with integrity and report concerns. The policy is communicated through our training and onboarding processes for all who deliver gardening services in Hammersmith and to those who supply goods or labour. We emphasise that any breach will be treated with the utmost seriousness, up to and including termination of contracts and referral to the relevant authorities where necessary.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We conduct robust supplier assessments for all vendors providing materials, equipment or labour for Hammersmith gardening services. Our supplier audits evaluate working conditions, contracts, wage practices and recruitment processes. Audits are risk-based: higher-risk suppliers receive increased scrutiny, including onsite visits and document verification. We use a combination of desktop checks, self-assessment questionnaires and physical audits to reduce the risk of modern slavery.

Key audit steps include:

• Verification of worker documentation and lawful right to work;
• Review of recruitment fees and third-party labour providers to ensure workers are not indebted;
• Interviews with workers carried out in a safe, confidential manner;
• Checks on wage records, working hours and accommodation where provided.

For subcontracted garden maintenance Hammersmith projects we require contractual clauses that oblige suppliers to comply with our anti-slavery standards. Contracts include the right to audit, corrective action plans and termination rights if abuses are found. We also encourage suppliers to adopt their own robust policies and to cascade expectations down their own supply chains.

Training and awareness are critical: all site managers, supervisors and procurement staff receive periodic instruction on recognizing signs of exploitation, safe interviewing techniques and how to escalate concerns. This training supports day-to-day vigilance and helps maintain high standards across the local gardening industry.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We operate multiple confidential reporting channels so that anyone — employees, subcontractors, or members of the public — can raise concerns about potential modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made internally through designated safeguarding officers, anonymously through a third-party hotline, or via written submission to an appointed compliance lead. All reports are investigated promptly, with findings documented and any necessary remedial actions taken.

Remediation and Support

If an instance of modern slavery or exploitation is identified within our operations or supply chain, Gardening Services Hammersmith will take immediate steps to protect affected individuals and to remediate harm. This may include halting contracts, providing access to welfare services, cooperating with law enforcement and seeking to ensure victims receive appropriate support and compensation where applicable.

Annual review and continuous improvement

We undertake an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our associated policies and practices. This review examines audit outcomes, training effectiveness, reported incidents and improvements implemented. The annual review drives continuous improvement, ensuring our approach to combating modern slavery in Hammersmith remains current, effective and aligned with best practice.

Scope and ongoing commitment: This statement covers the activities of Gardening Services Hammersmith and applies to all staff, contractors and suppliers engaged in garden care Hammersmith-wide. We are committed to transparent reporting and to evolving our processes to better prevent exploitation and protect vulnerable workers. Our zero-tolerance stance underpins every operational decision.