Modern Slavery Statement for Gardening Fulham
Gardening Fulham publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to affirm our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. This anti-slavery declaration sets out a clear, zero-tolerance position towards all forms of forced labour and exploitation. We recognise that vigilance is required in the gardening, landscaping and grounds maintenance sectors and we commit to active measures to identify, mitigate and remedy any risks.
Our zero-tolerance policy is central to the Gardening Fulham modern slavery policy. All employees, contractors and suppliers are expected to adhere to this standard. We require that every individual engaged in work for or on behalf of Gardening Fulham is treated with dignity and respect, paid fairly and provided legal employment terms. Any breach of this policy will lead to immediate investigation and proportionate action, including termination of contractual relationships where necessary.
We conduct regular supplier audits and assessments as part of our supplier due diligence programme. These audits include document checks, on-site visits where appropriate, and direct interviews when possible. Key components include:
- Verification of employment records and right-to-work documentation;
- Assessment of wage payments, working hours and subcontracting practices;
- Evaluation of recruitment channels to detect labour brokers or fee-charging intermediaries.
We carry out risk mapping across our supply chain and operations to prioritise where slavery and human trafficking risks are highest. Our approach to assessment is both qualitative and quantitative, combining local intelligence, industry-specific risk data and direct supplier information. The Gardening Fulham modern slavery risk review is reviewed by senior management and informs areas for targeted supplier audits and capacity-building initiatives.
Reporting channels are established and maintained to enable confidential and safe escalation of concerns. Staff and third parties are encouraged to raise concerns through internal reporting lines, and where required through independent whistleblowing procedures. We provide clear information about how to report suspected exploitation, and we protect whistleblowers from recrimination. Reports are handled promptly and investigated impartially by trained personnel.
We emphasise training and awareness across our workforce and supply base. All employees receive regular training on recognising signs of modern slavery and how to respond. Suppliers are provided with guidance documents and contractual clauses that set out expectations. Where issues are identified, Gardening Fulham will work with suppliers to remediate harm and will require corrective action plans.
Our governance framework ensures accountability for modern slavery prevention.
Governance and Oversight
Senior management are responsible for implementation of this statement and for integrating anti-slavery measures into procurement and operational practices. We use performance indicators to monitor the effectiveness of our policies and to drive continuous improvement.
Remediation and Continuous Improvement
When modern slavery risks are identified, Gardening Fulham takes pragmatic and compassionate action to remediate harm. This may include supporting affected individuals to access safe work, medical care or legal support, and working collaboratively with suppliers to improve conditions. We deploy risk-based corrective actions and follow-up audits to ensure issues are resolved.
The statement is subject to an annual review to reflect changing risks, new legislation and lessons learned from our audits and reports. Each year we evaluate the effectiveness of our policies, supplier compliance, training programmes and reporting mechanisms. The outcome of the annual review informs updates to our modern slavery strategy and resource allocation.
Commitment: Gardening Fulham remains steadfast in its commitment to prevent modern slavery, to maintain a zero-tolerance stance, to carry out rigorous supplier audits, to provide secure reporting channels and to review progress annually. This modern slavery declaration is part of our ongoing effort to ensure ethical, transparent and humane practices throughout our operations and supply chain.