Gardener Haringey Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Haringey publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. This anti-slavery statement reflects our belief that every person working with or for Gardener Haringey should be treated with dignity and respect. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, bonded labour, and any other forms of exploitation, and we expect the same high standards from our suppliers and partners.

We are committed to embedding an effective modern slavery statement and related policies into everyday practice. Our approach is based on clear governance, proportionate due diligence, and ongoing monitoring. Zero tolerance is not merely a slogan: it informs procurement decisions, contract clauses and worker welfare expectations. We require that all contractors, sub-contractors and labour providers comply with local laws and international labour standards and we reserve the right to terminate relationships that breach our Modern Slavery policy.

Supplier engagement and robust supplier audits are central to how we manage risk within our supply chain. Our supplier review process includes proactive checks, periodic site visits and documentary evidence of employment practices. Key elements include:

• Pre-contract due diligence — assessment of recruitment, payroll and identity verification processes.
• On-site audits — evaluated against labour standards, working conditions and freedom of movement.
• Corrective action plans — required where issues are identified, with clear timetables and follow-up.

We maintain multiple confidential reporting channels so that concerns about modern slavery can be raised safely and without fear of reprisal. These channels include secure internal reporting processes available to employees and contractors, and a formal escalation route to senior management and the board for serious allegations. Reports are investigated promptly and proportionately, and we provide support to affected workers where appropriate. Our whistleblowing procedures are designed to protect anonymity and to ensure thorough, impartial investigation.

Training and awareness form another cornerstone of our approach. All relevant employees and key suppliers receive regular training on recognising signs of exploitation, correct recruitment and payroll verification, and how to use reporting mechanisms. We conduct risk assessments across our procurement categories to prioritise supplier audits and capacity-building. Our procurement teams incorporate anti-slavery clauses into contracts and insist on transparency in labour sourcing, recruitment fees and subcontracting arrangements.

The effectiveness of this slavery statement is reviewed annually. Our

annual review

process examines audit outcomes, remediation progress, training impact, and evolving risk areas. Findings are reported to senior leadership and used to update our Modern Slavery policy, supplier due diligence criteria and monitoring plans. We also use metrics such as number of audits completed, incidents reported and remedial actions taken to track progress. A

continuous improvement

cycle ensures our anti-slavery statement remains relevant to changing operational and supply chain risks. In implementing this modern slavery and human trafficking statement, Gardener Haringey is resolute in its commitment to protect workers, uphold human rights and drive ethical supply chain practices throughout every aspect of our work.