Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Petts Wood

At Gardeners Petts Wood, we are committed to conducting our business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the actions we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that even in garden-related services and procurement, risks can exist across labour sourcing, transport, and product supply. Our approach is grounded in a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation.

Our Commitment

We expect every employee, contractor, and supplier associated with Gardener Petts Wood to uphold the same ethical standards. Modern slavery is incompatible with our values and with the trust placed in us by clients and partners. Therefore, Gardeners Petts Wood will not knowingly engage with any party involved in exploitative practices, and we require all business relationships to reflect lawful, fair, and humane treatment of workers.

Our governance framework includes clear responsibilities for reviewing labour practices and procurement decisions. We assess supplier relationships before engagement and continue oversight throughout the relationship. Where appropriate, we request information on recruitment methods, worker protections, wage practices, and subcontracting controls. If concerns arise, we investigate promptly and take proportionate action, which may include corrective measures, suspension, or termination of the relationship.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We conduct supplier audits and due diligence to identify and reduce the risk of modern slavery. These audits may include document checks, labour practice reviews, and verification of responsible sourcing procedures. Gardeners Petts Wood prioritises suppliers that demonstrate ethical recruitment, lawful employment terms, and appropriate oversight of their own supply chains. We also monitor higher-risk categories, such as externally sourced materials and temporary labour arrangements, more closely than standard procurement.

Reporting Concerns

We believe that speaking up is essential to preventing abuse. Anyone connected with our work who suspects unethical conduct can raise concerns through internal reporting channels, which are managed confidentially and without retaliation. Reports may relate to wage withholding, unsafe coercion, identity document retention, debt bondage, or any other indicator of exploitation. Gardeners Petts Wood treats all concerns seriously and ensures they are reviewed by appropriate personnel.

Our reporting process supports timely escalation, evidence gathering, and safeguarding where needed. We also encourage workers and suppliers to report concerns early so that risks can be addressed before harm escalates. This commitment reflects our belief that a responsible Gardeners Petts Wood service should actively protect dignity, fairness, and lawful working conditions across every stage of delivery.

Training and Awareness
We provide relevant staff with awareness on modern slavery indicators, ethical procurement, and escalation procedures. Training helps our teams recognise warning signs such as unexplained recruitment fees, restricted movement, intimidation, or inconsistent labour records. By improving awareness, Gardeners Petts Wood strengthens our ability to prevent exploitation and respond effectively if concerns emerge.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with legal requirements and operational changes. Each review considers audit outcomes, supplier performance, reported concerns, and emerging risks. Where improvements are needed, we update our controls, refine our procedures, and reinforce our zero-tolerance approach. Through continuous review, Gardener Petts Wood aims to maintain a supply chain and working environment built on fairness, accountability, and respect for human rights.

Gardeners Petts Wood remains dedicated to preventing modern slavery in all its forms and to promoting ethical business practices that protect everyone involved in our services and supply network.