Modern Slavery Statement for Gardener Holborn
Gardener Holborn publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to declare a clear, zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation. This modern slavery statement reflects our commitment to acting ethically in our operations, supply chains and partnerships. We set high expectations for behaviour across our business and require every stakeholder to adhere to our standards. Our goal is prevention, detection and remediation.Scope and Responsibilities
This Gardener Holborn modern slavery policy applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged in any activity on behalf of the organisation. The Board and senior leadership own oversight of compliance, while managers are responsible for day-to-day implementation. We emphasise staff training, risk assessment, and the embedding of anti-slavery requirements into procurement and contract management. Everyone has a role in identifying and reporting concerns.
We undertake a risk-based approach to our supply chain to identify where modern slavery risks are most likely to occur. Our supplier due diligence programme includes pre-qualification screening, contractual clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery standards, and targeted audits of high-risk suppliers. Key elements include:
- Supplier risk mapping against geography, sector and labour practices.
- Documented audits and on-site inspections where necessary.
- Corrective action plans with clear timelines and escalation.
Supplier Audits and Monitoring
We conduct regular supplier audits and spot checks to verify working conditions, wages, recruitment practices and legal compliance. Audits are performed by trained internal teams and independent third-party auditors when warranted. Suppliers are expected to provide transparent records and access to facilities. If non-compliance is identified, we will require remediation; repeat or serious breaches may lead to contract termination and referral to the appropriate authorities.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Gardener Holborn provides multiple reporting channels that enable confidential and, where requested, anonymous reporting of suspected slavery or trafficking. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and handled with care to protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Our investigation process is documented, impartial and seeks to achieve remediation for affected individuals. We encourage employees and external partners to raise concerns without fear.We maintain clear procedures for handling allegations, including triage, fact-finding, liaison with legal advisers and, when appropriate, cooperation with law enforcement. Outcomes can include supplier corrective actions, worker remediation, disciplinary measures and changes in procurement practice. Transparency and victim support are core principles in our response.
Training, Capacity Building and Collaboration
Training programmes for staff and procurement teams ensure recognition of indicators of modern slavery and awareness of supplier audit expectations. We work collaboratively with peers, industry bodies and civil society to strengthen supply chain transparency. Our contracts include clear anti-slavery clauses, and we offer guidance to suppliers to improve labour standards. Prevention through education and partnership underpins our approach.Gardener Holborn monitors performance using defined metrics such as number of audits completed, incidents reported, corrective actions implemented and supplier compliance rates. These metrics inform continuous improvement of our anti-slavery measures. Where issues are identified, we prioritise rapid remediation and sustainable solutions that protect workers. Accountability at all levels ensures improvements are tracked and enforced.
