Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Canary Wharf

Garden Maintenance Canary Wharf is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement sets out our approach to ensuring that our landscaping, horticulture and grounds care services across Canary Wharf and surrounding areas are delivered ethically, fairly and transparently. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, bonded labour or human trafficking.

Our zero-tolerance policy applies to everyone working for us, including permanent staff, temporary workers and subcontractors. All employees receive training that highlights the signs of exploitation and the steps to take if they suspect modern slavery. We emphasise that any report will be treated seriously and investigated promptly, and that the company will take decisive action if wrongdoing is found.

We recognise our responsibility across the supply chain. Our procurement and contracting standards require that suppliers and contractors commit to anti-slavery obligations. We ask partners to confirm compliance and we conduct targeted supplier checks. Key requirements include:

• Workers have the right to leave employment and retain identity documents;
• No unlawful deductions from wages or excessive working hours;
• Safe working conditions and lawful recruitment processes.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We carry out supplier audits and risk assessments focused on high-risk categories for Garden maintenance in Canary Wharf, such as seasonal labour suppliers and subcontracted landscaping crews. Audits combine document checks, worker interviews and site inspections. Where gaps are identified we require corrective action plans and monitor progress.

Canary Wharf garden maintenance procurement procedures include mandatory clauses in contracts that allow us to verify compliance. Our tender process considers ethical performance alongside price and quality. We prioritise long-term partnerships with suppliers who share our commitment to ethical labour standards and continuous improvement.

We operate a due diligence framework to assess and mitigate modern slavery risk. This includes periodic reviews, whistleblowing channels and a remediation policy to support affected individuals. If exploitation is discovered, we will work to ensure safe housing, access to medical support and liaison with appropriate authorities and NGOs; we will also terminate contracts with suppliers who fail to remedy serious breaches.

Reporting Channels and Employee Protections

Employees, contractors and the public can raise concerns through multiple reporting channels without fear of reprisal. Internally, staff are encouraged to speak to their line manager or HR; we maintain a confidential reporting route for anonymous disclosures. Our reporting process is designed to be accessible and responsive and to protect whistleblowers from retaliation.

Garden maintenance at Canary Wharf emphasises training and awareness. All staff receive induction briefings and regular refresher modules on recognising signs of slavery and trafficking. Managers undertake enhanced training on investigating reports, supporting victims and ensuring appropriate escalation to statutory bodies where necessary.

We commit to annual review and public reporting on our anti-slavery measures. Each year we evaluate policy effectiveness, audit outcomes and training participation. Findings inform updates to our supplier audit programme, recruitment checks and contractual standards. Continuous monitoring ensures our position against modern slavery remains robust and adaptive.

Our pledge as a responsible provider of garden maintenance services in the Canary Wharf area is to maintain transparency, enforce strict supplier expectations and provide safe avenues for reporting. We will refine our approach through stakeholder engagement, internal reviews and targeted audits to reduce risk and protect vulnerable workers.

We will publish progress on implementation and review results internally on an annual basis. This Modern Slavery Statement is endorsed by senior management and will be reviewed annually to reflect changes in law, industry practice and the evolving risk profile in the horticultural and landscaping sectors.

By embedding these measures into our operations, Canary Wharf garden maintenance teams will continue to deliver excellent, ethical services while upholding the highest standards of human rights and worker dignity.