Gardener Newham Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Newham is committed to preventing modern slavery in all forms across our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our commitment, the steps we take to identify and mitigate risk, and the mechanisms we maintain to ensure compliance with our anti-slavery policy. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, human trafficking and any practice that undermines human dignity.

Scope and Principles

Our modern slavery policy applies to everyone who works for or on behalf of Gardener Newham. It covers permanent and temporary staff, contractors and suppliers. We expect all partners to share our values and to comply with our standards. Our anti-slavery statement outlines responsibilities for managers and procurement teams to proactively assess and address risks of modern slavery within sourcing and on-site labour.

Risk Assessment and Supplier Expectations

We conduct regular risk assessments to map where forced labour risks are most likely to occur, with particular focus on high-risk activities and geographies. Our supplier code requires adherence to labour standards and transparency. Key elements include:

• Verification of right to work and contractual transparency;
• Prohibition of retention of identity documents and unreasonable recruitment fees;
• Safe working conditions and fair pay.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We operate a programme of supplier audits, combining remote checks and on-site inspections for higher risk suppliers. Audits assess labour practices, record-keeping, recruitment procedures and worker interviews. Where issues are identified we require corrective action plans, monitored by our compliance team until satisfactory closure. Our procurement teams use a risk-based approach, prioritising deeper due diligence for suppliers in sectors prone to exploitation.

Zero-tolerance policy: Gardener Newham enforces immediate remedial measures when modern slavery concerns are substantiated. This may include contractual sanctions, suspension of services or termination of relationships. We will support victim recovery and cooperate with relevant authorities while ensuring confidentiality for those who report concerns. Our policy is clear: any confirmed involvement in modern slavery is grounds for decisive action, and we will pursue legal and contractual remedies where appropriate.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide confidential reporting channels for employees and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. Reports can be made anonymously through internal mechanisms established by our governance team. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and treated with sensitivity. We protect whistleblowers against retaliation, and investigations are carried out by trained personnel who maintain impartiality and confidentiality.

Training and Awareness Our teams receive mandatory training on recognising signs of exploitation and the steps to report concerns. Procurement, HR and site managers undergo enhanced modules covering supplier risk assessment, interviewing techniques and remediation strategies. We promote an organisational culture where questions about labour standards are encouraged, and where staff feel empowered to escalate issues.

Performance Monitoring We measure the effectiveness of our actions through key performance indicators, including audit completion rates, number of corrective action plans closed, and training completion. Data from these metrics informs continuous improvement and helps allocate resources to areas of greatest risk.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement The modern slavery statement for Gardener Newham is reviewed at least once a year by senior leadership. The review evaluates policy effectiveness, audit outcomes, incident responses and emerging risks. Changes arising from the review are incorporated into our procedures and supplier expectations. We commit to ongoing enhancement of controls, supplier engagement and worker protection measures.

In summary, Gardener Newham's anti-slavery statement reflects a clear and active stance: we maintain zero tolerance, implement targeted supplier audits, provide secure reporting channels and conduct an annual review to improve our response to modern slavery risks. Our organisation pledges to act decisively and transparently to prevent exploitation in all aspects of our business.