Modern Slavery Statement for Gardening Alperton

Gardening Alperton affirms a zero-tolerance policy against modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking. As a local provider of landscaping and maintenance services, Alperton Gardening seeks to ensure that everyone engaged in our operations is treated with dignity and fairness. This statement sets out how Gardening Alperton and related teams will prevent, detect and respond to any form of exploitation across our supply chain and service delivery.

Our commitments extend to employees, sub-contractors and partners involved in gardening in Alperton and surrounding areas. We require that all individuals working with Gardening Alperton are recruited freely and paid fairly, with lawful working hours and safe conditions. We expect the same standards from our suppliers and subcontractors and will not tolerate practices that contravene human rights or labour laws. This policy applies to all business units, contractors and anyone acting on behalf of Alperton Gardening.

We recognise that risks can arise in procurement and labour supply. To address this we carry out risk assessments of suppliers and implement targeted supplier audits. Our approach to supplier management includes vetting, contractual obligations, and monitoring to ensure compliance. Supplier audits are a critical control: they verify payroll practices, worker documentation, living conditions where applicable and safe recruitment procedures.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy and Enforcement

Gardening Alperton operates a clear and enforceable zero-tolerance stance: any confirmed case of modern slavery results in immediate action, including contract termination and legal referral where appropriate. We train hiring managers and supervisors to identify signs of exploitation, emphasising that there is no tolerance for debt bondage, withholding of wages, or coercive control of workers.

We perform due diligence during procurement and at contract renewal, and we embed anti-slavery clauses into all supplier agreements. Regular on-site checks and documentary reviews are supplemented by third-party audits when risks are elevated. Where non-compliance is identified we implement corrective action plans, monitor remediation and reserve the right to suspend or terminate relationships with suppliers that refuse to improve.

Key elements of our supplier audit and assurance program include:

• Pre-engagement risk assessments and ongoing monitoring
• Contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery standards
• Onsite and remote audits, including worker interviews
• Corrective action plans and follow-up verification

Reporting Channels and Protections

We maintain accessible reporting channels so that concerns about modern slavery can be raised confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Staff and contractors are encouraged to report suspected abuses through internal reporting lines, direct managers, or designated compliance contacts. We also accept anonymous reporting and protect whistleblowers from adverse treatment.

Reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and escalated to senior management where necessary. Investigations are carried out fairly and with respect for confidentiality; where appropriate, we work with external investigators and law enforcement. Training and awareness-raising ensure that everyone associated with Gardening Alperton understands how to use reporting channels and the protections available.

Annual review and continuous improvement are central to our approach. Gardening Alperton conducts an annual review of policies, supplier performance and training effectiveness to measure progress and identify new risks. The review includes assessment of audit results, remediation outcomes, and any incidents, followed by updates to our procedures. The Board and senior leadership receive a summary of findings and approve any required changes to maintain the highest standards.

We are committed to transparency and accountability in our ongoing fight against exploitation. Alperton Gardening will continue to strengthen due diligence, expand audit coverage where needed, improve reporting channels and invest in staff training. Our goal is to ensure that every garden we touch reflects ethical sourcing, safe labour and respect for human rights.

This statement is reviewed at least once every 12 months and updated as our business, risk profile and legal requirements evolve. Through persistent monitoring, supplier engagement, clear policies and strong governance, Gardening Alperton pledges to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chains.

Signed on behalf of Gardening Alperton and effective from the date of publication — we reaffirm our firm commitment to preventing modern slavery and protecting the rights of all workers involved in our services.