Modern Slavery Statement — Gardener Raynes Park

Gardener Raynes Park publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our commitment to preventing exploitation across our operations and supply chain. We set out our approach to risk identification, mitigation and remediation, and reiterate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, human trafficking or modern slavery. This anti-slavery statement reflects our values and the measures we take to protect workers, subcontractors and communities connected to our services.

We operate under a clear modern slavery policy that requires all staff and partners to act with integrity and vigilance. Our leadership team retains ultimate responsibility for compliance, while managers and procurement teams implement controls. The statement on modern slavery is embedded in our induction and procurement practices, ensuring suppliers understand expectations before they begin work with us.

Scope: This slavery statement applies to all business activities undertaken by Gardener Raynes Park, including grounds maintenance, landscaping contracts, seasonal hires and subcontracted specialist services. We assess where modern slavery risks are highest — typically among low-paid, temporary or migrant labour — and prioritise resources accordingly.

Our

Zero-Tolerance Policy

is unambiguous: any evidence of forced labour, debt bondage, or exploitative practices will result in immediate investigation and corrective action, up to and including termination of contracts. We expect the same standards from our contractors and supply partners. We will not tolerate modern slavery in any part of our operations.

To give effect to this policy we require suppliers to commit in writing to our anti-slavery requirements. Contracts include clauses allowing audits, remedial action and termination for breach. We also use supplier declarations and questionnaires to verify compliance before onboarding and periodically thereafter.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Our supplier audit programme combines desk-based checks, on-site visits and third-party verification where necessary. Key audit elements include:

• Verification of worker identity and right-to-work documentation;
• Assessment of wage, working hours and living conditions;
• Review of recruitment fee practices to detect potential debt bondage;
• Interviews with workers and management to identify risks.

Audits are risk-based and prioritise suppliers in high-risk sectors. Findings inform corrective action plans and follow-up inspections.

We maintain clear reporting channels to enable anyone — employees, contractors or third parties — to raise concerns. Reports can be made anonymously and are treated seriously, promptly and confidentially. Our whistleblowing procedures protect reporters from retaliation and ensure allegations are investigated by trained personnel.

In practice, reporting channels include internal incident reporting, manager escalation pathways and, where appropriate, referral to external authorities. We document all reports, investigations and outcomes, using lessons learned to strengthen our controls. Transparency is central to building trust and maintaining accountability across our organisation.

Remediation and Support: Where exploitation is identified we act to remediate harm to victims and to hold responsible parties to account. Remediation may include ensuring safe accommodation, repatriation support, restitution of unpaid wages and cooperation with law enforcement. We work with charities, trade unions and specialist advisers to provide appropriate care and long-term support.

Training and awareness are essential to preventing modern slavery. We provide mandatory training for staff involved in recruitment, procurement and contract management. Training covers recognising signs of exploitation, proper documentation, escalation routes and how to conduct sensitive worker interviews.

Our annual review process evaluates the effectiveness of this anti-slavery statement and associated measures. Each year the leadership team reviews audit results, incident logs, supplier performance and legal developments to update policies and targets. The annual review ensures continuous improvement and alignment with best practice in modern slavery prevention.

In summary, this anti-slavery policy and slavery statement reflect Gardener Raynes Park’s ongoing determination to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chain. We will continue to strengthen supplier audits, maintain robust reporting channels, deliver training and perform comprehensive annual reviews to ensure we meet our ethical obligations and protect vulnerable workers.