Gardener Hatch End Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Hatch End publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to declare our firm zero-tolerance policy on slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chain. This anti-slavery statement explains our approach to preventing modern slavery across our operations, the steps we take as part of our modern slavery policy, and the expectations we set for suppliers and partners. We are committed to continuous improvement, transparency and a culture where exploitation is never tolerated.

Our statement applies to all employees, contractors and third-party suppliers working with Gardener Hatch End. We undertake risk-based due diligence, maintain contractual protections, and embed anti-slavery clauses into procurement and subcontract arrangements. The scope of this slavery and human trafficking statement covers recruitment, pay, working hours and the freedom to leave employment. We will not accept practices that exploit people and we have a formal zero tolerance approach to any such breach.

To support our anti-slavery policy we carry out regular risk assessments and supplier checks. We require all vendors to adhere to our code of conduct and include clear expectations in tender documents. Where risk is identified, we apply targeted due diligence, supplier audits and ongoing monitoring. We reserve the right to terminate contracts where serious non-compliance is found, and we will work with suppliers on remediation where appropriate.

Our Commitments and Principles

Gardener Hatch End commits to a set of practical measures to prevent modern slavery, including:

• Implementing a clear anti-slavery policy and training programme for staff with procurement responsibilities;
• Embedding slavery and human trafficking statement language into contracts and purchase orders;
• Carrying out supplier audits and site visits where necessary to verify working conditions;
• Providing safe, confidential reporting channels for concerns about exploitation;
• Reviewing and updating our controls annually to reflect emerging risks.

As part of our modern slavery policy, we operate a risk-based supplier audit programme. High-risk suppliers undergo enhanced checks that may include document review, on-site inspections and worker interviews. Audit findings are recorded, and corrective action plans are agreed with timescales. Failure to address serious breaches may result in contract suspension or termination in line with our contractual rights.

Supplier Audits, Reporting Channels and Protections

We maintain robust supplier audit protocols and make use of both internal auditors and independent third parties to validate compliance. Audits evaluate recruitment practices, wage payments, working hours and the presence of any coercive or abusive behaviours. Audits are an essential tool in our effort to eliminate forced labour from our supply chain.

Gardener Hatch End provides multiple confidential reporting channels so concerns can be raised securely and without fear of retaliation. Reports are handled sensitively, investigated promptly and escalated to senior management when required. We ensure anonymity where requested and protect whistleblowers in accordance with our policies. Investigations follow a consistent protocol and may result in remediation, disciplinary action, or referral to appropriate authorities.

Annual review and continuous improvement form the backbone of our approach. Each year we review this modern slavery statement and our anti-slavery policy to assess effectiveness, update risk assessments and set new objectives. The review considers audit outcomes, corrective action completion rates, supplier performance trends and training uptake. We publish a refreshed slavery and human trafficking statement on an annual basis and use lessons learned to strengthen prevention measures. Gardener Hatch End remains unequivocal: we will not tolerate modern slavery in any form and will use every available tool—contractual controls, supplier audits, reporting channels and annual review—to protect workers and uphold human rights.