Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Chessington Commitment

Garden Maintenance Chessington takes its responsibility to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour seriously. This statement sets out our position and the steps we take to ensure that our landscaping and gardening services in Chessington and surrounding areas operate with respect for human rights. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of slavery or exploitation in our operations and supply chain, and we commit to continuous improvement in our approach.

Our Policy and Approach

We expect everyone associated with Chessington garden maintenance to uphold the highest ethical standards. Our policy applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers. It is firmly embedded in recruitment, procurement and contracting processes. Employment checks, fair pay practices and safe working conditions are required and are monitored through clear contractual clauses that prohibit forced labour, child labour and abusive practices.

We operate a staged due diligence process for our suppliers and subcontractors. Before onboarding, vendor screening verifies identity, business legitimacy and labour compliance. During engagement we require suppliers to confirm adherence to our anti-slavery standards and to provide evidence when requested. Where risks are identified we implement remediation plans or terminate relationships when necessary to maintain the integrity of our garden maintenance in Chessington services.

To enforce our zero-tolerance stance, regular supplier audits are conducted. These audits combine self-assessment questionnaires, documentary review and on-site visits proportionate to risk. Auditors assess employment records, working hours, wage payments, health and safety measures and the use of recruitment agents. The audit programme is risk-based and prioritises suppliers linked to labour-intensive activities.

We maintain clear reporting channels that protect whistleblowers and encourage prompt reporting of concerns. Staff and third parties can report suspected slavery or trafficking via anonymous internal routes, with assurance of non-retaliation. Reports are treated confidentially and investigated by a designated compliance officer. Immediate action, including suspension of services or contracts, is taken where there is substantiated evidence of exploitation affecting our Chessington landscaping maintenance operations.

Training and awareness are integral to prevention. All operational staff and managers receive periodic training on recognising signs of modern slavery and the steps to take if they suspect a problem. Training materials include examples of exploitation in the horticulture and groundskeeping sectors and practical guidance on using our reporting mechanisms.

Supplier Audits and Continuous Monitoring

Our supplier audit schedule is reviewed annually and adjusted according to findings, evolving risks and regulatory changes. We require corrective action plans where non-compliance is found and follow up to ensure resolution. If suppliers fail to address serious breaches, we reserve the right to end the commercial relationship to protect workers and our reputation as a provider of reliable garden care in Chessington.

As part of governance, we record all reports, investigations and audit outcomes. Senior management reviews these records to identify trends and areas for improvement. We also include modern slavery risks in procurement decisions and contract renewal criteria to drive compliance across our supply chain.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once a year to ensure relevance and effectiveness. The annual review includes analysis of audit results, incident reports and stakeholder feedback, and it leads to updates in policy, training and supplier engagement practices. We publish this statement to affirm our ongoing commitment to eradicating modern slavery in every part of our business and in all aspects of Garden Maintenance Chessington operations.