Gardener Maida Vale Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Maida Vale publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our commitment to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and any form of exploitation across our operations and supply chain. We believe that everyone has the right to work with dignity and are unequivocal in our position: we operate a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery and labour abuses. This slavery and human trafficking statement covers our policies, activities and planned actions to detect and prevent modern slavery risks in our business and with our contractors and suppliers.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Our Modern Slavery policy is simple and clear: no tolerance for exploitation. We require all colleagues, partners and suppliers to comply with employment laws, to provide fair working conditions and to respect fundamental human rights. The policy applies to permanent staff, temporary workers, contractors and third parties. Any breach of this policy will result in robust action, up to and including termination of contracts and referral to relevant authorities where appropriate. We emphasize training, monitoring and remedial action to ensure this principle is actively upheld across our organisation.

Scope and Responsibilities

This anti-slavery statement addresses risks across our operations and our purchasing activities. Senior management is accountable for implementation; procurement and HR teams have operational responsibility for due diligence and worker welfare. We place a duty on managers to escalate concerns and on partners to cooperate with investigations. We expect suppliers to adopt equivalent standards in their own supply chains and to be transparent about labour practices and recruitment fees.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

To ensure compliance with our modern slavery obligations, we operate a program of supplier audits, checks and continuous due diligence. Activities include:

• Pre-engagement risk assessments for higher-risk categories and geographies.
• On-site and remote supplier audits, including document reviews and worker interviews where feasible.
• Contract clauses requiring compliance with our code of conduct, right to audit and corrective action plans.
• Escalation protocols for evidence of non-compliance, including suspension or termination of supply relationships.

These supplier assurance steps form a central part of our approach to a robust slavery and exploitation prevention framework.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Gardener Maida Vale maintains confidential and secure reporting channels to enable staff, suppliers and third parties to report suspected modern slavery or human trafficking incidents without fear of retaliation. Reports are taken seriously and treated with confidentiality. We offer multiple routes for disclosure; all reports are logged, investigated by trained personnel and outcomes recorded. Whistleblowers are protected and we encourage early reporting so that issues can be addressed promptly and victims supported. Reports that uncover criminal activity will be referred to law enforcement where appropriate.

We also require our suppliers to provide accessible reporting mechanisms to the workers in their supply chain, and we use audit findings and worker feedback to inform targeted supplier engagement and remediation. Transparency in reporting underpins our effectiveness and enables continuous improvement.

Training, Remediation and Continuous Improvement

We deliver regular training for procurement teams, site managers and HR staff to recognise signs of forced labour and to apply our policies consistently. Where audits or reports identify issues, we implement corrective action plans, support remediation for affected workers and monitor outcomes until allegations are resolved. Our approach is both preventative and remedial: by building capability internally and encouraging supplier capability we reduce risk over time.

Annual Review and Governance

This modern slavery and human trafficking statement is reviewed at least annually by senior management and the Board to ensure its continued relevance and effectiveness. We track key performance indicators, audit results and remediation progress and use those metrics to refine our policies and supplier engagement strategies. The annual review process ensures that our slavery prevention measures remain aligned with evolving risk profiles and legislative expectations.

In conclusion, Gardener Maida Vale reiterates its unwavering commitment to eradicating modern slavery in all forms. We will continue to strengthen our supplier audits, maintain clear reporting channels, and subject this statement and our procedures to an annual review to drive continuous improvement. By embedding these commitments into our operations and procurement, we aim to reduce risk, protect workers and uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct across our business and supply chain.