Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Services Kings Cross
Our commitment
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the approach of Gardening Services Kings Cross and its associated operations to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chains. As a provider of gardening services in Kings Cross and surrounding areas, we recognise our responsibility to identify, prevent and remedy risks of forced labour, exploitation and trafficking in all forms. This statement applies to all staff and contractors engaged in Kings Cross gardening services, and to suppliers who deliver materials or temporary labour to our sites.
We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery. That means any allegation, finding or credible concern will be investigated immediately and may result in disciplinary action, contract termination, and referral to the appropriate authorities. Our expectation of ethical conduct is clearly communicated in procurement documentation, contracts, and staff policies across our garden maintenance Kings Cross operations.
All personnel with responsibility for supply chain decisions must consider modern slavery risks when selecting vendors for Kings Cross garden services. We incorporate screening questions into supplier onboarding and require attestations that suppliers comply with labour laws and do not engage in forced labour. Where risk is identified, we conduct enhanced due diligence and require corrective action plans.
Due diligence and supplier audits
We carry out ongoing supplier audits and assessments to validate adherence to our standards. Audits include documentation reviews, site visits, and worker interviews where practicable. Our audit programme focuses on:
- Worker pay and deductions
- Recruitment practices and use of labour agencies
- Working hours, health and safety conditions
- Use of subcontractors within garden maintenance chains
We engage directly with workers and contractors to ensure their rights are respected. We promote accessible reporting channels that allow workers to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Our grievance mechanisms are available in multiple formats and languages where necessary, and we encourage third parties to report suspected abuse related to Gardening Services, Kings Cross activities.
All procurement staff receive training on recognising signs of modern slavery and the correct escalation procedures. We require our subcontractors to flow down equivalent obligations and provide supporting documentation; failure to comply triggers remedial steps that can include suspension or termination of the supplier relationship.
Reporting, review and governance
We maintain multiple, confidential reporting channels so that workers, suppliers and members of the public can raise concerns. These channels include anonymous hotlines, secure email reporting, and in-person reporting to designated compliance personnel. Reports are investigated by trained staff and, where appropriate, escalated to senior management and external authorities. We treat all reports seriously and seek to protect whistleblowers from retaliation.
Annual Review: Our anti-slavery programme is reviewed at least annually to assess effectiveness and to update policies, controls and training. The annual review covers outcomes of supplier audits, reported incidents, remediation actions taken, and any changes in risk across our supply chain for Kings Cross gardening services. We set measurable targets to improve transparency and reduce risk year on year.
This statement is approved by senior leadership and reflects our ongoing commitment to combat modern slavery in all forms. Through proactive supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, robust contractual requirements and an unequivocal zero-tolerance policy, Gardening Services Kings Cross seeks to ensure that everyone involved in our operations is treated with dignity and fairness. We will continue to refine our processes and collaborate with partners to eradicate any instances of exploitation across our garden services in Kings Cross.
