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Gardener Putney Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Putney is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to identifying, managing and mitigating risks related to forced labour, exploitation and other forms of modern slavery. We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy to these abuses and embed anti-slavery principles across our operations.

Scope and Commitment

Our anti-slavery commitment covers all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged by Gardener Putney. We require that everyone connected with our business complies with our modern slavery policy and related ethical standards. The company takes a risk-based approach to where it is most likely that slavery and human trafficking may occur and applies enhanced due diligence in higher-risk sectors and geographies.

The image shows a young man with curly brown hair wearing a plaid shirt, an green-and-white striped apron, and gardening gloves, working in a lush greenhouse in Putney. He is carefully inspecting a thin branch or stem of a young plant, possibly a flowering or fruit-bearing shrub, with small pink buds. The greenhouse environment features bright natural light filtering through glass panels, illuminating the vibrant green foliage and various potted plants arranged along the shelves and ground. The background includes additional leafy plants and hanging ferns, creating a dense, thriving garden space typical of a professional or hobbyist garden in London suburbs. The scene highlights careful plant care and monitoring, aligning with gardening and landscaping services such as plant maintenance, pruning, and greenhouse cultivation offered by Gardener Putney, supporting local outdoor gardening in the Putney area near postcode SW15.

Key Principles and Actions

We have adopted a number of practical measures to ensure our anti-slavery statement is effective. These include:

  • Risk assessments: systematic reviews of suppliers and operations to identify exposure to slavery and human trafficking.
  • Supplier audits: targeted audits and site visits to confirm compliance with our standards and contractual clauses.
  • Contractual protections: mandatory clauses prohibiting forced labour and requiring remediation where violations are found.
  • Training: regular training for procurement, HR and operational teams on modern slavery indicators and reporting procedures.

Supplier Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

Gardener Putney conducts supplier due diligence as part of onboarding and at regular intervals thereafter. Our supplier audits are both scheduled and unannounced where risk intelligence indicates higher likelihood of non-compliance. Audits are conducted using a mix of internal teams and independent third-party auditors to verify labour practices, working conditions and recruitment processes.

A woman wearing an orange sweater, pink headband, and yellow gardening gloves is actively tending to a garden bed in a residential outdoor space, with her body bent forward as she works on the plants. Behind her, a man dressed in a beige shirt and blue jeans observes her work, both standing on a landscaped area with rich soil and lush greenery. The garden features a well-maintained hedge on the right side, providing a natural backdrop, while the foreground includes a patch of grass and other low-growing plants. The background displays a variety of leafy plants and a white garden fence, with bright natural light suggesting a clear day. The scene reflects outdoor maintenance typical of professional gardening services in Putney, with elements such as soil, foliage, and garden tools naturally exhibited through the activity of planting or weeding in a thoughtfully designed outdoor space.

We use a tiered supplier segmentation model: critical suppliers receive enhanced scrutiny, while routine suppliers undergo baseline checks. Audit findings lead to corrective action plans, and persistent failure to meet standards results in contract termination. These supplier controls form a core part of our modern slavery prevention strategy and reflect our anti-slavery statement commitments.

Reporting Channels and Speak-Up Mechanisms

Gardener Putney maintains clear, confidential reporting channels for anyone who suspects modern slavery or related wrongdoing. Employees and external stakeholders can raise concerns through anonymous reporting tools, line management, or internal compliance routes. We emphasize that reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and that we will protect whistleblowers from retaliation.

A young woman with long brown hair, wearing a light blue and white checkered shirt, is tending to vibrant red roses in a lush garden. She is smiling gently while wearing white gardening gloves and holding a yellow spray bottle, indicating she is engaged in garden care or watering. Behind her, the garden features a variety of green foliage, with flowering plants and shrubs creating a textured, colorful backdrop. The garden surface appears to have well-maintained soil and neatly arranged flower beds, with some grass visible in the foreground. The lighting suggests a bright, sunny day, highlighting the natural tones of the garden and the healthy appearance of the plants, which are flourishing in the outdoor space. The scene is typical of a well-kept residential garden in Putney, suitable for gardening services focused on plant maintenance, pruning, and outdoor beautification, aligning with local gardening practices and landscape enhancement in London postcode areas.

Our grievance and remediation approach is victim-centred: where exploitation is identified we ensure safe, timely remediation for affected individuals and take steps to prevent recurrence. We also work collaboratively with suppliers to strengthen labour standards and provide guidance on ethical recruitment and worker welfare. The organisation's leadership reviews high-risk cases and remediation outcomes to ensure accountability at senior levels.

The image depicts a well-maintained front garden with a lush, green lawn in the foreground, featuring evenly cut grass with a soft texture. Behind the lawn, there is a flower bed bordered by dark edging, containing a variety of plants including tall yellow tulips, red poppies, and mixed green foliage. To the right of the flower bed, a leafy shrub extends upward, providing a natural backdrop. In the center of the garden, a blue metal watering can with a spout and handle is placed on the grass, suggesting ongoing garden maintenance. The garden is situated in front of a residential building, partially visible in the background, with part of a white exterior wall and a window. The weather appears bright and sunny, with natural daylight illuminating the scene, emphasizing the vibrant colours of the flowers and the healthy appearance of the plants, signifying a cared-for outdoor space that may benefit from regular gardening services such as lawn care, planting, and watering, consistent with professional gardening standards in Putney or nearby areas.

Governance and oversight of our policies are provided by senior management. The board reviews our efforts and receives updates on remediation, audit results and risk exposures. We publish an annual modern slavery report describing actions taken, outcomes of supplier audits, and continuous improvement measures. Our slavery and human trafficking statement is part of that annual disclosure and is subject to a formal annual review.

In summary, Gardener Putney enforces a zero-tolerance policy on forced labour and exploitation, operates robust supplier audits and due diligence, provides secure reporting channels, and commits to an annual review of our policies and performance. We will continue to strengthen our modern slavery controls, improve transparency across our supply chains, and hold ourselves and our partners to the highest ethical standards.

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Gardener Putney declares a zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery, detailing supplier audits, reporting channels, and an annual review to prevent and remediate exploitation across its operations and supply chain.

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