Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Primrose Hill

At Gardeners Primrose Hill, we are committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. Our zero-tolerance policy applies to every part of our business, from recruitment and procurement to service delivery and subcontracted activity. We believe that ethical landscaping and garden care must be built on lawful, fair, and responsible employment practices.

We recognise that risks can exist anywhere within a supply chain, particularly where labour is supplied through third parties or where materials are sourced from multiple regions. For that reason, Gardeners Primrose Hill carries out proportionate due diligence on suppliers and service partners before any relationship begins. This includes reviewing labour standards, assessing working conditions, and confirming that suppliers maintain lawful wages, age verification, and safe workplace arrangements. Where concerns arise, we expect immediate corrective action and a clear explanation of the measures taken.

Our approach is grounded in prevention. We provide internal guidance so that managers and team leaders understand how to identify warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld documents, debt bondage, or unusual control over workers. Every gardener, contractor, and supplier engaged by Gardeners Primrose Hill must comply with applicable employment law and our ethical standards. Where a breach is suspected, we investigate promptly and, if necessary, suspend or end the relationship. We will not knowingly work with any party involved in modern slavery.

Supplier Standards and Audit Process

Supplier monitoring is a central part of our compliance framework. We use a risk-based audit process to review selected suppliers, especially those providing seasonal labour, imported materials, or outsourced services. These audits may include document checks, worker welfare questions, and evidence of payroll compliance. In higher-risk cases, we may request additional assurances, site visits, or independent verification. Gardeners Primrose Hill expects all suppliers to maintain accurate records and to cooperate fully with any review.

If an audit identifies non-compliance, we create a corrective action plan with clear deadlines and measurable outcomes. We reserve the right to pause orders, restrict work, or terminate contracts where improvements are not made. This process helps us reinforce our zero-tolerance policy while also giving responsible suppliers an opportunity to improve. Our aim is not only to detect abuse, but to prevent it through consistent oversight and strong contractual expectations.

We also review our own purchasing behaviour to reduce hidden risks. Short lead times, unrealistic cost pressure, and unmanaged subcontracting can all increase vulnerability to exploitation. By planning carefully and choosing reputable partners, Gardeners Primrose Hill supports ethical supply chains that respect workers’ dignity. Modern slavery prevention is therefore considered at procurement stage, during contract delivery, and throughout the life of each supplier relationship.

Reporting Channels, Governance, and Review

We encourage all staff, contractors, and supply partners to report concerns as soon as they arise. Reports may be made through internal management channels, to designated compliance personnel, or through any approved whistleblowing route within the organisation. Concerns may be raised anonymously where permitted. Gardeners Primrose Hill expects all reports to be treated seriously, investigated discreetly, and handled without retaliation. Protecting individuals who speak up is essential to maintaining trust and accountability.

Training supports this reporting framework by helping people understand what modern slavery can look like in practice. Staff are reminded that indicators may include excessive control over pay, isolation, fear, inability to leave work freely, or inconsistent identity documentation. We aim to create a culture where concerns are recognised early and acted upon. This strengthens our ability to safeguard workers across every level of the business.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure that it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal and ethical expectations. Each year, Gardeners Primrose Hill assesses the effectiveness of its policies, supplier audits, reporting mechanisms, and training activity. We also consider whether new risks have emerged and whether further controls are required. Where improvements are identified, we update our procedures and strengthen oversight accordingly.

Our commitment is ongoing. We understand that preventing modern slavery requires vigilance, consistency, and cooperation across the entire business. By maintaining a zero-tolerance policy, carrying out supplier audits, supporting safe reporting channels, and completing an annual review, Gardeners Primrose Hill works to uphold human rights and ethical standards in every aspect of its operations. This statement reflects our continuing responsibility to act with care, fairness, and integrity.