Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Paddington

Garden Maintenance Paddington reaffirms its enduring commitment to the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking across all operations and supply chains. We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, child labour, or human exploitation. Our approach to responsible sourcing and ethical working conditions underpins every aspect of our Paddington garden services and reflects our values as a trusted local provider of garden care Paddington residents expect.

Our zero-tolerance stance is supported by robust governance, active oversight from senior management, and clear responsibilities assigned to operational teams. All employees, sub-contractors and suppliers are expected to comply with our standards and the law. We expect transparency and integrity and will act decisively where non-compliance is suspected or detected.

We maintain and enforce a comprehensive supplier code of conduct to ensure that our suppliers and partners also adhere to anti-slavery principles. Key elements include:

• Pre-contract due diligence and risk assessment of new suppliers
• Contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws and our policies
• Ongoing monitoring to verify adherence to standards

Due Diligence, Supplier Audits and Responsible Procurement

Garden maintenance in Paddington relies on an extensive network of suppliers. We complete enhanced due diligence on higher-risk partners, including background checks and verification of labour practices. Our procurement teams are trained to identify red flags such as inconsistent payroll records, lack of formal employment contracts, or excessive use of migrant labour without appropriate documentation.

As part of our supplier audit programme, we conduct periodic on-site inspections and document reviews. Audits may include interviews with workers, review of payroll, and checks of health and safety practices. Non-conformances trigger corrective action plans and, when necessary, termination of contracts with suppliers who fail to remediate serious breaches.

To support ethical supply chains for Paddington garden services, we prioritise suppliers that demonstrate continuous improvement and transparency. We maintain recorded evidence of audits and follow-up activities to ensure accountability and traceability.

Reporting Channels, Whistleblowing and Protection

We provide clear, accessible reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery or unethical practices. Reports may be made through internal channels designated by management and are treated as confidential. We prohibit retaliation against anyone who reports in good faith.

Reports are investigated promptly and impartially. Where appropriate, we will involve external experts or law enforcement. Our investigative process balances the rights and wellbeing of workers with the need for a thorough response. We also offer training for managers and teams on recognising signs of exploitation and the correct escalation procedures.

Finally, an annual review of this modern slavery statement and our policies is conducted by senior leadership to assess effectiveness and adapt to emerging risks. This review includes evaluation of supplier audit outcomes, reporting data, training completion rates, and any remediation actions taken. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that garden care Paddington operations remain vigilant, ethical and aligned with best practice.