Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Hoxton

Garden Maintenance Hoxton is unequivocal in its commitment to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking from every part of our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement describes our approach, the steps we take to manage risk and the standards we require of employees, contractors and suppliers who support our Hoxton garden maintenance services.

Our zero-tolerance policy forbids any form of forced labour, servitude, involuntary or exploitative work. All staff, subcontractors and sourcing partners must adhere to employment terms that ensure fair pay, free movement and safe, dignified conditions. The policy applies across our core activities, from routine lawn care to complex landscaping projects, and extends to temporary and seasonal workers engaged in Garden Maintenance in Hoxton.

We employ targeted supplier audits as a primary control to verify compliance with anti-slavery requirements. Supplier audits combine documentary review, worker interviews and on-site inspections to assess recruitment practices, payroll processes and evidence of lawful contracts. When audits identify non-conformance, we implement corrective action plans with clear timeframes; persistent failures may result in contract termination. These supplier audits are a central part of our strategy to build resilient and transparent Hoxton garden maintenance supply chains.

Governance, Risk Assessment and Controls

Governance for anti-slavery sits with senior management and is embedded in our procurement and operational processes. The Garden Maintenance — Hoxton team performs regular risk assessments that consider geography, labour intensity and supplier profiles to prioritise scrutiny where the risk of exploitation is highest. We document risk indicators and maintain a risk register to inform audit frequency and remedial action.

Contractual safeguards are integral to our controls. All contracts include explicit clauses prohibiting modern slavery, requiring compliance with labour laws and mandating the right to audit. We expect suppliers to flow down these terms to their subcontractors. To support compliance, we provide guidance to suppliers and incorporate standard checks during tendering and onboarding, reinforcing ethical procurement across Hoxton garden maintenance engagements.

We maintain a programme of training and awareness for employees, supervisors and procurement staff. Training covers how to identify signs of exploitation, proper recruitment checks, and steps to take when concerns arise. Our training materials are refreshed periodically to reflect legal developments and emerging best practice.

Reporting, Investigation and Remedial Action

Garden Maintenance Hoxton provides multiple confidential reporting channels so employees and third parties can raise concerns safely. Reports are logged, assessed and investigated promptly by a designated compliance lead. Where investigations find evidence of modern slavery, we take decisive action: supporting affected workers, remediating harm, enforcing supplier sanctions and, where appropriate, notifying authorities.

We operate whistleblower protections to ensure reporters are not subject to retaliation. For those who prefer anonymity, independent reporting channels are available and are treated with the same rigour as internal reports. All cases are recorded in our monitoring system to track investigation progress, outcomes and lessons learned to reduce future risk in Hoxton garden maintenance operations.

In addition to immediate responses to allegations, we prioritise continuous improvement. Our remedial toolbox includes worker support plans, contractual remediation requirements for suppliers, targeted retraining and, where necessary, contract termination. We also collaborate with local stakeholders and sector partners to strengthen systemic protections for vulnerable workers.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

We commit to an annual review of this statement and of the policies, processes and outcomes that underpin it. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of supplier audits, training uptake, reported incidents and remediation outcomes. Findings are reported to senior leadership and inform revisions to our approach, ensuring our anti-slavery measures remain proportionate, effective and responsive to new risks in Hoxton garden maintenance and related services.

Garden Maintenance Hoxton will continue to invest in staff training, supplier engagement and proportionate due diligence. Our objective is clear and enduring: to ensure there is no place for modern slavery in our business, our supply chain, or any of the Hoxton garden maintenance services we provide. We stand by a zero-tolerance principle and will act transparently to uphold the rights and dignity of all workers who contribute to our operations.