Gardener Brimsdown Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Brimsdown is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy that applies across our operations and supply chain, and we require our partners to meet the same standards we expect of ourselves.

We publish this anti-slavery statement to make clear our expectations, our processes and our ongoing commitments. The scope of this modern slavery statement covers all employees, contractors, temporary workers and suppliers of goods and services. We seek to identify, prevent and remedy risks of exploitation, and to embed compliance into procurement, recruitment and supplier management practices.

Our approach is preventative and proactive. We undertake risk assessments and due diligence on suppliers and recruitment partners, and we include anti-slavery clauses in contracts. We work to ensure that recruitment fees are not charged to workers and that wages, working hours and conditions meet legal and ethical standards. This anti-slavery declaration extends to our global sourcing channels and local operations alike.

Policies, Supplier Audits and Controls

We operate robust policies including an anti-slavery policy, a code of conduct and supplier terms that require compliance with labour laws and human rights standards. We carry out periodic supplier audits and site visits to verify compliance. Where appropriate, we use external auditors and ethical sourcing specialists to assess working conditions and to confirm that there is no exploitation of workers.

• Zero-tolerance policy: Any evidence of modern slavery is met with immediate action, including remediation and contract termination where necessary.
• Supplier audits: Regular audits, desktop reviews and sample inspections to verify due diligence and corrective actions.
• Reporting channels: Confidential reporting mechanisms and whistleblowing routes to encourage reporting without fear of retaliation.
• Annual review: Formal annual review of policies, risk assessments and performance against targets.

Supplier audits focus on high-risk categories and geographies. Audit outcomes are used to develop corrective action plans, required time-bound improvements and follow-up verification. Our procurement teams are trained to include human rights criteria in supplier selection and to escalate concerns to senior management.

Reporting Channels, Training and Remediation

We maintain accessible reporting channels so employees, contractors and third parties can raise concerns. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and handled with confidentiality. We operate a non-retaliation stance and provide support to affected individuals where exploitation is identified. Training on the slavery and human trafficking statement and on recognising signs of exploitation is delivered to relevant staff.

Our contractual terms allow for audits and the right to require remedial measures. Where suppliers fail to remediate, we will consider suspension or termination of the business relationship. We also seek to work collaboratively with suppliers to improve practices, provide guidance and share supplier development resources where appropriate. The slavery and human trafficking statement is integrated into procurement templates and onboarding processes.

This human trafficking and modern slavery statement will be reviewed at least annually to assess effectiveness and to identify improvements. We commit to continuous improvement through enhanced supplier due diligence, strengthened audit sampling and targeted training. The Board and senior leadership take responsibility for implementation and governance of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement, ensuring accountability and transparency across Gardener Brimsdown.