Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Clearance Hornsey

Garden Clearance Hornsey is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out the steps we take to ensure that our Hornsey garden clearance activities are carried out ethically and with respect for human rights. We apply a zero-tolerance policy to any practice that may contribute to forced labour, bonded labour, child labour or human trafficking.

Our Commitment and Policy

We maintain a clear and enforced policy that prohibits modern slavery in every part of our garden clearance in Hornsey. All employees, contractors and suppliers are required to understand and comply with this policy. We expect everyone working with or for Garden Clearance Hornsey to act lawfully and ethically. Breaches of this policy will lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination of contracts and referral to authorities where appropriate.

To ensure compliance we require that suppliers provide transparent disclosures regarding labour practices. We monitor procurement activities and perform targeted checks on suppliers and subcontractors who support Hornsey garden clearance services. Our procurement terms explicitly include obligations to prevent modern slavery and require suppliers to cooperate with audits and remediation where concerns are identified.

We operate a proportionate due diligence process that assesses risk factors such as geographic location, labour intensity, and the use of agency or migrant workers. For garden clearance Hornsey projects with higher risk profiles, we increase scrutiny and may require additional assurances, documentation and on-site reviews. Our risk assessments are documented and updated regularly to reflect emerging risks.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

Supplier audits are central to our approach. We conduct a mix of desk-based reviews and on-site inspections, depending on risk. Audits examine payroll, working hours, employment contracts, recruitment practices and worker accommodation where relevant. Findings are shared with suppliers along with corrective action plans and timelines for remediation.

Key audit and compliance measures include:

• Verification of employment records and right-to-work documentation where lawful;
• Assessment of recruitment fees and the use of third-party recruiters;
• Review of wage payments, deductions and overtime practices;
• Checks on subcontracting chains to ensure transparency and accountability.

We provide multiple reporting channels for concerns related to modern slavery, ensuring accessibility and confidentiality. Workers, contractors or third parties who suspect or become aware of exploitation can raise concerns through internal reporting pathways, anonymous reporting tools and escalation to senior management. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and, where necessary, escalated to law enforcement agencies. We protect those who report concerns in good faith from retaliation.

Training and awareness form an essential part of our prevention strategy. We deliver targeted training for operational staff, procurement teams and site supervisors involved in Hornsey garden clearance projects to help them identify indicators of modern slavery and understand how to respond. Training materials are reviewed and updated annually to reflect changes in law and emerging industry practice.

Annual Review and Governance

Garden Clearance Hornsey carries out an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our related policies and procedures. The review measures the effectiveness of our actions: audit outcomes, incidents reported, remediation completed and changes in supply chain risk. Findings are presented to senior leadership and used to refine our approach. We remain committed to continuous improvement and to making tangible progress in eliminating exploitation from our operations and the wider Hornsey garden clearance sector.