Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Brent Cross

Garden Maintenance Brent Cross is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our firm zero-tolerance policy on slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across all operations and relationships. We recognise that as a provider of garden maintenance in Brent Cross we have a duty to identify, prevent and address any modern slavery risks connected to our services, supply chain and subcontractors.

Our commitment applies to everyone working for or on behalf of Brent Cross garden maintenance, including full-time employees, temporary staff, contractors and suppliers. We require compliance with applicable laws and insist on transparent labour practices, fair wages and safe working conditions. The policy is communicated internally and forms part of mandatory induction and periodic training for operational teams and supervisors.

The statement applies to all aspects of our business and our supply chain, from plant suppliers and equipment hire to subcontracted gardening crews. We operate a risk-based approach that focuses on areas where exploitation is more likely to occur. Our procurement and contract teams include clauses that prohibit modern slavery and require prompt remedial action where concerns are identified. Garden maintenance services Brent Cross will not tolerate any breach of this policy.

Due Diligence, Supplier Audits and Risk Management

We conduct tailored due diligence on suppliers and partners before onboarding and periodically thereafter. This process includes checks on labour practices, documentation of workforce terms, and verification of subcontracting arrangements. We use a combination of self-assessments, documentary evidence and targeted site visits to evaluate compliance with our standards.

Our supplier audit programme is risk-based and proportionate. Audits include reviewing payroll records, contracts, timekeeping, accommodation for migrant or temporary workers, and health and safety arrangements. Where audits reveal deficiencies, we set clear corrective action plans with timelines and follow-up audits to verify remediation. For higher-risk suppliers, we require enhanced monitoring and more frequent reviews.

Key elements of our supplier controls include:

• contract clauses requiring adherence to our anti-slavery policy;
• manual and electronic checks during procurement;
• regular on-site or remote audits and spot checks;
• mandatory training for suppliers on modern slavery indicators;
• escalation procedures for non-compliance culminating in termination where necessary.

Reporting Channels, Investigations and Annual Review

We maintain multiple confidential reporting channels for concerns about exploitation, forced labour or suspicious practices. These channels include secure internal reporting lines, an anonymous whistleblowing facility and designated personnel trained to handle disclosures sensitively and promptly. Reports are treated seriously, investigated thoroughly and escalated to senior management where appropriate. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and provide support to affected individuals.

Investigations follow a structured process: initial assessment, evidence gathering, engagement with relevant parties, and appropriate remedial actions where wrongdoing is confirmed. Remediation can include worker support, supplier-imposed sanctions, contractual termination, referral to authorities and collaboration with third-party NGOs or labour experts when necessary. We document all incidents and outcomes to improve our prevention measures.

This Modern Slavery Statement is subject to an annual review to assess effectiveness and to drive continuous improvement. The review includes analysis of audit results, incident reports, supplier performance and evolving risk indicators. Results are reported to senior leadership and inform updates to policy, training and procurement procedures. Brent Cross gardening maintenance remains committed to transparency, collaboration and remedial action where risks are identified.