Gardening Services Covent Garden takes forced labour, human trafficking and all forms of exploitation extremely seriously. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our commitment to a zero-tolerance policy across all operations, whether delivered as Covent Garden gardening services, garden maintenance in Covent Garden, or bespoke landscaping and grounds care. We recognise our responsibility to identify and mitigate risks in our supply chain and our day-to-day teams.
Modern Slavery Statement for Gardening Services Covent Garden
This statement applies to all staff, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers who provide goods or services to our business. We are committed to preventing modern slavery in any part of our operations and supply networks. Our approach combines clear governance, ongoing training, and robust due diligence so that our Covent Garden gardening services are delivered ethically and transparently.
Our zero-tolerance stance is non-negotiable: any worker exploitation identified, whether in garden upkeep, seasonal planting projects or maintenance contracts, will trigger immediate action. We will not tolerate forced labour, debt bondage, involuntary servitude or any practice that deprives individuals of freedom. All managers are required to escalate concerns and ensure remedial steps are taken promptly.
Supplier audits and due diligence
We operate a layered supplier assessment programme for all suppliers supplying materials, temporary labour or specialist horticultural services. Our supplier audits include:- Verification of identity and right to work checks for labour providers;
- Contract and payment term reviews to guard against exploitative conditions;
- On-site or remote audits focusing on recruitment practices, accommodation and working hours.
Where issues are identified we require corrective action plans, monitored by our procurement and compliance teams. Persistent or severe breaches result in contract termination. As part of our commitment to ethical procurement, we promote responsible sourcing across local nurseries and wholesalers used in our garden maintenance Covent Garden projects.
We provide regular training for staff and subcontractors involved in landscaping and gardening services in Covent Garden, focusing on recognising signs of exploitation, safe recruitment practices and how to report concerns. Training is refreshed annually and tailored for frontline supervisors who manage seasonal teams or temporary workers.
Reporting channels and whistleblowing
We maintain multiple confidential reporting channels to ensure concerns can be raised safely and without reprisal. Reports can be made through internal escalation routes, anonymous reporting mechanisms and via designated compliance officers. All reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly. Victim support is a priority: where exploitation is found, we work to ensure the safety and welfare of affected individuals and cooperate with relevant authorities.
Accountability and transparency are core to our approach. We publish this statement to set clear expectations for the standards we demand from partners and staff delivering Covent Garden garden care services. Our Board and senior leadership review compliance matters regularly and own the programme for preventing modern slavery across our operations.
We conduct an annual review of our policies and procedures to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement. The annual review encompasses results from supplier audits, outcomes from training, incident reports, and feedback from operational teams. Findings are used to strengthen controls, update risk assessments and refine due diligence processes for new and existing suppliers.
Key commitments include enhancing audit coverage year-on-year, increasing training frequency for seasonal staff, and extending our responsible procurement standards to all tiers of the supply chain involved in garden maintenance and landscaping activities. We will continue to work collaboratively with partners across the horticulture sector to raise standards and share best practice.
Through a combination of clear policy, rigorous supplier audits, secure reporting channels and an annual programme of review and improvement, Gardening Services Covent Garden strives to eliminate modern slavery from our operations and supply chains. This statement reflects our ongoing pledge to maintain ethical, safe and fair gardening services throughout Covent Garden and beyond.
