Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Ickenham

Gardening Ickenham is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement for Gardening Ickenham sets out our approach, obligations and the steps we take to ensure our workforce and supply chain are free from forced labour, exploitation and human trafficking. We apply a zero-tolerance policy to any form of modern slavery and expect the same high standards from our partners and subcontractors.

Our Policy and Commitments

We maintain a clear and enforceable anti-slavery policy across Gardening Ickenham Ltd. All employees, contractors and suppliers are required to comply with this policy. Our core commitments include a zero-tolerance approach, mandatory training for staff engaged in procurement and site supervision, and clear contractual clauses prohibiting any form of exploitative labour. We treat suspected breaches with the utmost seriousness and take immediate remedial action including termination of relationships where appropriate.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We undertake regular supplier audits as part of our procurement process for gardening services Ickenham and related goods. Our supplier assessment program includes:

• Pre-engagement risk screening and verification of employment practices.
• Periodic on-site audits and documentary checks for payroll, contracts and right-to-work evidence.
• Use of third-party auditors for high-risk suppliers and regions.

Audit outcomes inform remedial action plans, contractual requirements and, where necessary, cessation of supply. We also encourage suppliers to adopt their own robust modern slavery policies and provide guidance on best practice.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Gardening in Ickenham encourages anyone with concerns about exploitation or forced labour to report safely and confidentially. Reporting channels include internal reporting to managers and HR, and secure, anonymous whistleblowing procedures managed independently. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and treated in confidence. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Reports trigger a documented investigation process which may include supplier audits, interviews and escalation to appropriate authorities where legal breaches are identified.

Prevention, Training and Communication

We provide regular training on modern slavery, human trafficking indicators and ethical procurement practices to all staff involved in recruitment, supervision and supplier management. Training covers:

• How to identify signs of exploitation in the workforce and on-site.
• Steps for safe reporting and preserving evidence.
• Contractual obligations for Ickenham gardening services and subcontractors.

We communicate our expectations publicly and require that our supply chain partners acknowledge and adhere to our standards.

Enforcement, Remediation and Annual Review

Gardening Ickenham enforces compliance through contractual terms, periodic audits and corrective action plans. Where modern slavery or labour abuses are identified, we work to remediate affected individuals, which may include safe relocation, referral to specialist support services and cooperating with authorities. We are prepared to terminate supplier relationships if they fail to improve. As part of our governance, this statement and our policies undergo an annual review. The review evaluates audit findings, training effectiveness, reported incidents and supply chain risks. Results inform updates to procedures, training materials and procurement controls to strengthen prevention and detection. The annual review is signed off by senior management and used to plan continuous improvement for the coming year.

In summary, Gardening Ickenham, Gardening Ickenham Ltd and our Ickenham gardening services network are committed to actively combating modern slavery across all operations. We enforce a clear zero-tolerance policy, undertake rigorous supplier audits, maintain secure reporting channels and conduct an annual review to ensure continuous improvement. These measures reflect our firm belief that ethical, fair and transparent employment practices are integral to sustainable and responsible gardening services in Ickenham.