Gardening Sutton Modern Slavery Statement
Gardening Sutton confirms its firm commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This modern slavery statement explains our approach to risk, due diligence and control measures. We operate a zero-tolerance approach: we will not tolerate forced labour, bonded labour, or exploitative practices in any part of our business or in the supply chain that supports our gardening services.
Our anti-slavery statement applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged by Gardening Sutton. We expect all partners to adhere to the same high standards described in this Modern Slavery Policy. The statement sets out expectations for recruitment, working conditions, and contractual protections and describes how we identify and respond to concerns about slavery and human trafficking.
We include clauses in supplier contracts requiring compliance with our slavery and human trafficking statement and conduct periodic checks. These contractual commitments form part of our supplier onboarding and ongoing management, and suppliers must confirm that they operate in a manner consistent with our values and legal obligations. Any breach identified through our processes may lead to remedial action or termination of the supplier relationship.
Due Diligence and Supplier Audits
Gardening Sutton employs proportionate due diligence across procurement and supplier management. We map supply chains to identify higher-risk categories and geographies and prioritise checks where the risk of modern slavery is greater. Our approach to due diligence combines document review, supplier declarations and on-the-ground verification where necessary.
We carry out regular supplier audits and risk assessments focused on labour standards. Audit frequency and depth reflect risk; higher-risk suppliers are subject to onsite assessments and follow-up action plans. Key audit areas include:
- Verification of worker identity and lawful employment status
- Evidence of fair terms of employment, wage and hour compliance
- Health, safety and working conditions
- Use of subcontractors and labour providers
Audit outcomes inform ongoing supplier performance ratings; poor performance triggers corrective action, enhanced monitoring, or contract termination in line with our zero-tolerance policy.
Reporting Channels, Training and Review
We maintain clear reporting channels that enable employees and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Reporting routes include internal supervisors and a designated compliance team. We also support anonymous reporting where appropriate and investigate all allegations promptly and thoroughly.
To support prevention, Gardening Sutton provides training on the modern slavery risks relevant to our sector and supply chain. Mandatory training is provided to staff with procurement or supervisory responsibilities and refresher sessions are held periodically. Training materials highlight how to spot signs of exploitation, report concerns and support affected individuals while preserving safety and dignity.
Governance of our anti-slavery measures includes an annual review and board-level oversight. We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and associated policies to evaluate effectiveness, incorporate updated risk intelligence, and adapt controls. The review includes analysis of audit findings, investigation outcomes, supplier performance, and training completion rates.
In summary, Gardening Sutton's slavery and human trafficking statement is founded on prevention, detection and remediation. We maintain a zero tolerance stance, conduct proportionate supplier audits, provide accessible reporting channels, and perform an annual review to ensure continuous improvement. By embedding these measures across procurement and operations, we aim to minimise the risk of modern slavery within our business and supply chain.