Modern Slavery Statement — Gardeners Soho
Gardeners Soho publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our clear commitment to preventing slavery, servitude, forced labour and human trafficking across our operations and supply network. We adopt a zero-tolerance approach to any form of exploitation. This anti-slavery policy is integral to our values and how we tender, recruit and manage relationships with suppliers and partners.Scope and Commitment
Our anti-slavery and human trafficking approach applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged by Gardeners Soho. We require adherence to ethical labour practices and expect every third party to comply with the principles articulated in this statement. We insist on transparency, lawful employment terms, and the protection of basic rights for all workers. The policy extends across procurement of plants, materials, and any outsourced services.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
Gardeners Soho enforces a zero-tolerance policy against modern slavery. Any allegation or discovery of coercion, withheld wages, restricted movement or unlawful deductions will be met with immediate investigation and decisive action. We will terminate contracts with partners who fail to address confirmed breaches. Our stance is absolute: exploitation will not be tolerated and compliance failures will trigger remediation and, where appropriate, legal referral.Supply Chain Due Diligence and Supplier Audits
We undertake proportional risk-based due diligence across our supply chain. This includes pre-contract screening, risk assessments and scheduled supplier audits. Audit focus areas include verification of right-to-work documentation, fair wage practices, working hours, health and safety standards, and freedom of movement for staff. Outcomes of audits inform corrective action plans and may lead to contract suspension or termination where issues remain unresolved.
Supplier Audit Mechanisms
Our supplier audits employ a combination of document review, on-site inspections and interviews. Suppliers are selected for review based on risk indicators such as geography, category and subcontracting depth. Audit findings are recorded, tracked and reported to senior managers. We require suppliers to implement remediation plans within agreed timelines and we monitor progress until compliance is verified.Key audit elements include:
- Verification of employment contracts and wages
- Assessment of recruitment practices and agency use
- Checks on subcontracting and migrant worker protections
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Gardeners Soho provides multiple confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and suppliers to raise concerns about suspected slavery or trafficking. Reports can be raised through internal managers, a designated compliance officer or anonymous channels as described in our internal policies. We guarantee that whistleblowers will not suffer retaliation and complaints are handled sensitively, promptly and in strict confidence.
Training, Monitoring and Governance
We deliver regular training to procurement, HR and on-the-ground managers to identify and respond to signs of modern slavery. Governance is overseen by senior leadership, and responsibility for implementing this modern slavery policy lies with named officers who coordinate supplier audits and remedial actions. Continuous monitoring ensures improvements and helps mitigate emerging risks in our supply chains.
