Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Brunswick Park

Gardeners Brunswick Park is committed to operating with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights across every part of our work. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that gardening and grounds maintenance can involve multiple contractors, seasonal labour, and product sourcing, which means vigilance is essential. Our approach is built on zero tolerance, careful supplier oversight, and clear internal accountability.

Our Zero-Tolerance Commitment

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery in any form. This applies to our employees, subcontractors, agency workers, and suppliers. No commercial advantage justifies exploitation, and we expect all parties associated with Gardeners Brunswick Park to uphold the same principles. Any credible concern is treated seriously, investigated promptly, and escalated where necessary. Where non-compliance is identified, we will take decisive action, which may include suspension or termination of a business relationship.

Governance and Responsibility

Responsibility for modern slavery prevention sits with senior management, supported by operational leaders who monitor risk in day-to-day activities. We review labour arrangements, procurement practices, and subcontractor relationships to ensure they meet our standards. This includes checking that workers are employed voluntarily, are of legal working age, and receive lawful pay and conditions. By embedding these checks into our governance structure, Gardeners Brunswick Park strengthens oversight and reduces vulnerability to abuse.

Supplier management is central to our modern slavery controls. We carry out proportionate due diligence before engaging new suppliers and continue to assess existing partners throughout the relationship. This may include reviewing trading history, labour policies, right-to-work procedures, and the use of subcontracted labour. Where risk is higher, we may request further evidence, site information, or corrective action plans. Our supplier audits are designed to identify issues early and confirm that workers are treated fairly and lawfully.

Supplier Audits and Risk Checks

Supplier audits focus on sourcing integrity, workforce transparency, and the use of recruitment agencies. We look for warning signs such as withheld documents, unexplained deductions, restricted movement, or poor accommodation arrangements. When needed, we update our checks to reflect seasonal demand, new suppliers, or changes in geographic risk. Brunswick Park gardeners working with external partners are expected to report any irregularities immediately so that we can act without delay. Audit findings are recorded and used to improve future procurement decisions.

Training and Awareness

We provide targeted awareness for managers and relevant staff so they can recognise indicators of exploitation. This includes understanding unusual payment practices, signs of coercion, and the importance of maintaining proper records. Training supports a culture where ethical conduct is not optional but expected. As part of our broader commitment, the Gardeners Brunswick Park team is encouraged to question concerns and use established reporting routes whenever something appears inconsistent with our standards.

Reporting channels are available for employees, contractors, and suppliers who wish to raise concerns in good faith. Reports may be made through line management, senior leadership, or other internal channels established for safeguarding and compliance. Concerns are handled discreetly, and retaliation against anyone raising a genuine issue is strictly prohibited. This approach helps ensure that potential modern slavery risks can be identified quickly and addressed before harm escalates. We also expect suppliers to maintain their own safe and accessible reporting procedures.

Our Supply Chain Expectations

All suppliers must comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. They must also confirm that their own supply chains are free from forced or trafficked labour. We expect transparency around worker recruitment, wages, working hours, and subcontracting arrangements. If concerns are identified, we work with the supplier to establish corrective actions and deadlines. However, where cooperation is absent or risks remain unresolved, we will reduce exposure by ending the relationship. This firm stance reinforces the standards of Gardeners Brunswick Park across the wider chain.

Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Modern slavery risks can change over time, so our controls must remain active and adaptable. We monitor known risk areas, review records, and assess whether our policies continue to operate effectively. Lessons learned from audits, incidents, or policy reviews are used to strengthen future practice. In this way, Brunswick Park garden services remain aligned with responsible business conduct and with the expectation that every worker deserves dignity, safety, and lawful treatment.

Annual review is a key part of our commitment. Each year, we reassess this statement, our risk profile, and the effectiveness of our preventive measures. The review considers supplier performance, audit outcomes, training completion, and any reported concerns. Where necessary, we update policies, procedures, and oversight arrangements to reflect changing legal, operational, or sector-specific risks. This ensures that our response remains practical, current, and meaningful.

Annual Review and Accountability

During the review process, we confirm whether our zero-tolerance policy has been applied consistently and whether additional controls are needed. We also evaluate whether our reporting channels are well understood and whether suppliers have responded appropriately to audit findings. The purpose of the annual review is not only compliance, but continuous improvement. By maintaining oversight and acting on evidence, Gardeners Brunswick Park reinforces its commitment to ethical operations.

This statement reflects our ongoing responsibility to prevent exploitation in all forms. We will continue to strengthen supplier due diligence, support safe reporting, and review our approach every year. Through these measures, gardeners in Brunswick Park aim to ensure that our services are delivered responsibly, with respect for human dignity and a clear rejection of modern slavery in any part of our business.