Gardening team working together in a landscaped garden

Gardener Mottingham Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction: Gardener Mottingham sets out its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in any part of its operations or supply chains. This anti-slavery statement reflects our firm belief that exploitation has no place in our business and describes the steps we take to identify, prevent and remediate risks related to forced labour, child labour and other forms of exploitation.

Our zero‑tolerance policy

We operate a zero-tolerance policy on slavery and human trafficking. All employees, contractors and partners must adhere to this zero tolerance approach. Any breach of this policy will lead to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or supplier contracts. Gardener Mottingham’s slavery statement and anti-slavery rules are embedded into our code of conduct and procurement standards to ensure consistent application across the organisation.

A woman and two young children are engaged in gardening activities in a well-maintained, lush green outdoor space, likely part of a residential garden in Mottingham. The woman has short blonde hair and is dressed in a light turquoise sleeveless top and dark jeans; she is tending to potted plants placed on the grass, which include a plant with purple flowers. The children, one on each side of her, are actively involved in planting or exploring the garden; one child wearing a light pink dress with floral patterns is sitting on the grass, examining or helping with potted plants, while the other, in a blue shirt, is bending over and reaching towards the ground. The garden features a neatly mown lawn with dense, green grass, surrounded by flower beds and potted plants that add bursts of colour in pink and purple. Behind them, a hedge line or bushes creates a natural boundary, and dappled sunlight suggests a bright, mild weather day. This scene illustrates typical outdoor gardening activities offered by Gardener Mottingham, highlighting the healthy, vibrant garden environment ideal for family outdoor leisure and maintenance.

Legal and ethical compliance

We comply with applicable legislation and best practice relating to the modern slavery and human trafficking statement requirements. Our senior leadership oversees compliance and ensures our slavery and human trafficking policy is integrated into decision-making. We refer to this as our slavery statement, our modern slavery policy, and our broader anti-slavery declaration depending on context.

Supplier management and supplier audits are central to detecting and resolving risks in our supply chain. We perform due diligence on suppliers, prioritising those in high-risk sectors, regions, or where labour-intensive services are used. Our supplier audit program includes:

  • Pre-engagement risk assessment and contractual anti-slavery clauses.
  • On-site and remote supplier audits to verify labour practices and documentation.
  • Corrective action plans when non-compliance is identified, followed by re-audit.

A woman and a young girl are gardening together in a lush, well-maintained backyard garden. The woman, smiling, is wearing green gardening gloves and holding a small potted plant with red flowers, while the girl, also smiling, is dressed in a blue T-shirt and jeans, holding a matching small plant. They are seated on a grassy lawn with vibrant green grass, surrounded by flowering bushes and leafy shrubs, creating a lush environment. Nearby, there is a wicker basket filled with gardening tools and supplies, and a small red watering can is on the grass next to them. In the background, a mix of garden hedges and trees frames the outdoor space, with a light-colored wall partially visible. The scene appears to take place on a bright, sunny day, with natural light illuminating the scene, highlighting the natural tones of the plants, grass, and wooden garden elements. This outdoor space is indicative of a cared-for front or back garden, typical of residential properties near Mottingham, emphasizing garden maintenance and outdoor activity coordinated by Gardener Mottingham for family-friendly garden care.We maintain records of audit findings and integrate outcomes into procurement decisions. Suppliers must demonstrate transparency about recruitment, working conditions and pay practices. Where a supplier refuses to cooperate or repeatedly fails to remedy serious issues, we will terminate the relationship.

Reporting channels are available to employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns safely and confidentially. We operate multiple reporting routes including an internal whistleblowing mechanism and anonymous reporting options. All reports are investigated promptly and impartially. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and encourage early reporting to enable remediation.

A female gardener wearing a yellow t-shirt and teal gardening overalls is kneeling in a well-maintained garden bed with dark, moist soil. She is using gardening gloves to tend to pink flowering plants, possibly Astilbe, which have feathery plumes and lush green foliage. In the background, there are various shrubbery and trees with green leaves, indicating a healthy, landscaped outdoor space. The garden features a mix of flowering plants and dense greenery, with a focus on the front garden area of a residential property, suggesting regular garden maintenance. The scene is set in daylight, with natural light illuminating the vibrant colors of the plants and the gardener’s attire. This outdoor environment exemplifies typical garden care activities that a professional gardening service like Gardener Mottingham might perform, such as planting, pruning, or general upkeep in a suburban garden, likely within the Mottingham area in London.Training and awareness are provided to staff with procurement, HR and operational responsibilities. Training covers identification of modern slavery signs, how to use reporting channels, and responsibilities under our modern slavery statement. We require suppliers to provide similar training where their activities affect labour standards relevant to our business.

A woman working in a well-maintained outdoor garden space during daylight hours, surrounded by lush green plants and shrubs. She is wearing a wide-brimmed hat, casual gardening clothes, and gloves, and is kneeling on the grass while tending to a bed of soil and stones. The garden features a neatly edged flower bed or shrub bed with dense, vibrant foliage, including broad-leafed plants and smaller bushes. In the background, there are trees and possibly a lawn area with evenly cut grass, suggesting a cultivated and cared-for outdoor environment typical of residential gardens in the Mottingham area. The scene is illuminated by natural sunlight, creating bright highlights and soft shadows, indicative of a clear, pleasant day. This type of outdoor garden scene aligns with professional gardening and landscaping services provided by Gardener Mottingham, emphasizing careful plant care, lawn maintenance, and garden aesthetics.Our due diligence processes include risk mapping, contractual clauses, site visits, audits and ongoing monitoring. We use proportional measures based on risk level and supply chain complexity. Remediation plans prioritise victim protection and compliance improvement rather than only punitive measures.

Monitoring, metrics and continuous improvement

We track key indicators such as numbers of audits completed, incidents reported, corrective actions closed and training completion rates. These metrics help evaluate the effectiveness of our modern slavery controls and identify emerging risks. Findings are reported to senior management and the board to ensure sustained focus and resourcing.

Annual review and governance

Gardener Mottingham undertakes an annual review of this modern slavery statement and associated policies. The review assesses legal developments, audit outcomes, incident responses and programme effectiveness. We amend our approach as necessary to strengthen safeguards and publish updates to maintain transparency about our anti-slavery efforts.

In conclusion, our slavery and human trafficking statement is a living document supported by clear governance, supplier audits, reporting channels and an annual review cycle. We remain resolute that slavery, forced labour and human exploitation will not be tolerated in any part of our operations or supply chain, and we will continue to act to prevent, detect and respond to such abuses.

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Gardener Mottingham's modern slavery statement details a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, confidential reporting channels, training, monitoring and an annual review to prevent exploitation.

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