Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Chislehurst

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Garden Maintenance Chislehurst to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. Our zero-tolerance policy is clear: we will not tolerate any form of forced labour, servitude or human trafficking in the delivery of garden maintenance Chislehurst services or in the practices of our partners. This statement applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged in Chislehurst garden maintenance activities.

Garden Maintenance in Chislehurst operates with clear governance and responsibility. Our leadership team endorses a robust approach to due diligence, risk assessment and corrective action. We are committed to transparency and to upholding human rights across every stage of our work, from planting and pruning to waste removal and seasonal projects. All staff receive training to recognise and report suspected exploitation.

Our supply chain policy requires suppliers to meet ethical standards and to adhere to statutory obligations. We conduct periodic supplier audits and assessments that include:

• verification of worker identity and legal right to work;
• documented evidence of fair pay and working hours;
• site checks and interviews where risk indicators arise;
• review of recruitment practices to prevent debt-bondage;
• corrective action plans where non-compliance is found.

To strengthen prevention,

due diligence

is embedded into procurement and contractor management. We use risk-based screening for new and existing suppliers, focusing on sectors and geographies that are higher risk for forced labour. Our procurement contracts include clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery standards and the right to audit. Garden Maintenance Chislehurst expects subcontractors to flow down these requirements to their own suppliers.

We maintain accessible and confidential

reporting channels

for anyone to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. Reports can be made internally through line managers and designated compliance officers, and through anonymous channels where available. Reports are treated seriously, assessed promptly and escalated as needed. We promise protection from retaliation and take steps to ensure whistleblowers are supported while allegations are investigated.

When concerns are raised we follow a documented investigation process, combining fact-finding, worker interviews and collaboration with third-party specialists if required. Corrective measures range from remediation plans and worker support to contract termination and referral to enforcement authorities. We will co-operate with law enforcement and regulatory bodies where appropriate and take decisive action to protect victims and uphold our zero-tolerance stance.

Supplier audits are a continuing priority: we operate scheduled and unannounced audits, performance monitoring and key performance indicators that track compliance trends. Auditors examine payroll records, employment contracts and working conditions and verify that recruitment fees are not charged to workers. Repeated failures trigger escalation, including removal from our approved supplier list and public reporting of non-compliance where necessary.

Annual review underpins our continuous improvement. Each year Garden Maintenance Chislehurst conducts a comprehensive review of this Modern Slavery Statement and associated policies, audits, training outcomes and incident records. The review results in updated risk assessments and action plans. Senior management and the board receive the findings and approve improvements, ensuring accountability at the highest level.

In conclusion, Chislehurst garden maintenance services provided by our teams are delivered with a firm commitment to human rights. We reiterate our zero-tolerance policy, the centrality of supplier audits, the availability of confidential reporting channels and the discipline of an annual review cycle. Garden Maintenance Chislehurst will continue to refine controls, engage suppliers, support workers and publish updates to this statement as part of our ongoing duty to prevent modern slavery.