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Gardener Hornsey Modern Slavery Statement

Our commitment

We confirm that Gardener Hornsey maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation. This modern slavery statement sets out our approach to preventing slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and respect for human rights in every part of our business.

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Scope and principles

Our anti-slavery approach applies across our direct operations, contractors and suppliers. We require everyone who works with Gardener Hornsey to follow our code of conduct, and we apply specific contractual terms to reduce slavery and trafficking risk. Key principles include:

  • Respect for human rights and worker dignity
  • Prohibition of forced or bonded labour
  • Fair pay, lawful working hours and safe conditions

Zero-tolerance policy in practice

Our zero tolerance policy is actively enforced through recruitment checks, verification of employment documents and onboarding standards. All new hires and key contractors are screened, and any credible allegation of modern slavery is investigated promptly. We will take decisive action against individuals or organisations found to be in breach, including supplier contract termination and referral to enforcement agencies where appropriate.

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Supplier audits and due diligence

We operate a risk-based supplier audit programme designed to identify and remediate risks related to human trafficking and forced labour. Audits and assessments include on-site inspections, document reviews and worker interviews. Our procurement teams use supplier risk scoring and require corrective action plans where gaps are identified. We also include modern slavery clauses in supplier contracts to ensure compliance.

Reporting channels

We provide multiple secure reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about suspected slavery or exploitation. Reports can be made anonymously and are treated with the utmost confidentiality. All reports are logged, triaged and investigated by our compliance team with protective measures for reporters where necessary. Examples of reporting mechanisms include:

  • Confidential internal reporting lines
  • Independent whistleblowing hotline
  • Direct escalation to the compliance and human resources teams

Training, monitoring and remediation

We provide targeted training to employees in procurement, operations and site management so they can identify and respond to signs of modern slavery. Our monitoring also covers remediation steps for affected workers, including access to support services, restitution and engagement with local authorities or NGOs when required. We aim to restore dignity and ensure long-term safety for any person impacted.

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Governance and annual review

Responsibility for implementation of this modern slavery policy rests with senior management and the board. We conduct an annual review of our anti-slavery measures, risk assessments and audit outcomes to ensure continuous improvement. The review evaluates: risk profiles across supply chains, audit findings, training effectiveness and the sufficiency of reporting channels. Action plans from each annual review are tracked until closure.

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Conclusion

Gardener Hornsey will continue to strengthen its modern slavery and human trafficking statement and related controls. We remain resolute in our commitment to a supply chain free from forced labour, to fostering responsible supplier relationships and to ensuring that effective reporting and remediation mechanisms are always available. Our efforts are ongoing, transparent and subject to regular oversight, driven by the belief that every worker deserves to be treated with fairness, safety and respect.

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Gardener Hornsey declares a zero-tolerance modern slavery stance with supplier audits, secure reporting channels, training, remediation and an annual governance review to prevent forced labour across operations and supply chains.

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