Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Kenton

Garden Maintenance Kenton makes a clear and unequivocal declaration: we operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and any practices that exploit people in our operations or supply chain. As a provider of local garden services and Kenton garden maintenance expertise, we accept our responsibility to prevent, detect and remedy exploitation. This statement explains our policies, the scope of our work, and the practical steps we take to ensure that exploitation has no place in our business.

Our commitment covers all people who work for, or with, garden-maintenance Kenton including permanent staff, contract labour, agency workers and subcontractors. We require that everyone engaged with our business complies with applicable employment laws, pays fair wages, and permits freedom of movement. We emphasise transparency in recruitment, payment and contractual arrangements and we will not tolerate practices that infringe human rights. Zero tolerance is not a slogan for us; it is embedded in procurement, HR and supplier management.

We map and assess risks across our supply chain for materials, tools, seasonal labour and services. Key components of our approach include:

• Pre-contract checks and contractual clauses requiring suppliers to comply with anti-slavery standards and to permit audits;
• Regular supplier audits and risk-based inspections to verify labour practices, payroll accuracy and working conditions;
• Mandatory training for our staff, supervisors and subcontractors to recognise signs of exploitation and to take appropriate action.

Due Diligence, Policies and Kenton Garden Maintenance Best Practice

We operate proportionate due diligence for procurement and onboarding. Recruitment processes include identity verification, right-to-work checks and documented employment terms. Our Kenton garden maintenance teams are instructed to confirm that agency-supplied workers receive the pay and conditions promised. We maintain records for audits and use risk scoring to prioritise suppliers for further review. Where possible, we prefer long-term relationships with suppliers that demonstrate strong ethical practices.

Supplier audits form the backbone of our monitoring programme: high-risk suppliers get in-person inspections, document reviews and worker interviews where appropriate; moderate-risk suppliers undergo enhanced documentary checks; low-risk suppliers are reviewed periodically. Audits are designed to be corrective rather than purely punitive — we document findings, require time-bound corrective action plans and follow up until issues are resolved. We also encourage continuous improvement and share practical guidance on labour standards and safe recruitment.

We support implementation with multiple learning channels: in-person briefings, online modules and toolbox talks. Managers and frontline staff receive specific training in spotting indicators of exploitation, how to respond safely and how to escalate concerns. We consider awareness and capability essential to prevention and embed responsibilities into job descriptions and supplier contracts to create clear accountability.

Reporting Channels, Remediation and Annual Review

We provide multiple, accessible reporting channels for employees, temporary workers and suppliers to raise concerns. Reports can be made through internal reporting lines and an anonymous whistleblowing route. All reports are logged, assessed and investigated promptly by trained personnel. We guarantee confidentiality and protection from retaliation for those who raise concerns in good faith. Our process emphasises prompt support for potential victims and careful evidence gathering to inform remedial action.

When modern slavery is suspected or confirmed, our response focuses on the welfare of affected people and on ensuring lasting remedy. Remedial options include safe housing, medical and legal support, liaison with statutory bodies and collaboration with specialist organisations. We balance immediate protection with a structured plan to address root causes and prevent recurrence within our operations and the broader Kenton garden maintenance supply network.

Oversight and governance sit with senior leadership at Garden Maintenance Kenton who review anti-slavery performance regularly. We carry out an annual review of our modern slavery statement, supplier audit outcomes, training effectiveness and incident responses. Improvements are implemented as a matter of course and measures are updated in response to legislative change, audit findings and evolving risk. By maintaining vigilance, investing in supplier relationships and promoting a culture of respect, Garden Maintenance Kenton strives to ensure that every garden we tend is maintained without compromising human dignity.