Gardening Maida Vale Modern Slavery Statement

We, Gardening Maida Vale, publish this statement to reaffirm our commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across all operations. This declaration applies to Gardening Maida Vale and to our relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and any agents who deliver services on our behalf. Our purpose is to ensure that every aspect of Maida Vale gardening activities adheres to the highest ethical standards and that workers are treated with dignity and fairness.

Our policies require all staff and contractors to act lawfully and with integrity. We make clear that exploitation in any form is unacceptable and will result in decisive action. This extends to casual labourers, seasonal workers, and any third parties engaged to support gardening in Maida Vale projects. We maintain a formal code of conduct and contractual terms which incorporate anti-slavery clauses, and we expect the same of our supply chain.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We conduct proportional due diligence across procurement and supplier relationships. Our focus is on identifying, assessing and mitigating risks of modern slavery in both direct and indirect supply chains. Regular supplier audits are carried out, combining documentary checks with on-site inspections where appropriate. Findings are reviewed by senior management and used to prioritise remedial action. In higher risk areas we require evidence of worker documentation, hours, pay records and recruitment practices.

• Supplier screening: Pre-engagement checks including background, compliance declarations and contractual anti-slavery commitments.
• On-site audits: Risk-based visits to verify working conditions, worker interviews and health and safety compliance.
• Remediation plans: Corrective actions and timelines for suppliers found to be non-compliant.
• Training: Capacity building for Procurement teams and Maida Vale gardeners on recognising signs of modern slavery.

Reporting Channels and Protection

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for staff, contractors and community partners to raise concerns. Reports can be made anonymously and will be treated seriously, investigated promptly and impartially. We commit to protect whistleblowers from retaliation and to offer support where exploitation is suspected. All allegations are logged and subject to a formal investigative process with outcomes recorded and actions taken where required. The reporting framework is communicated as part of staff induction and contractor briefings.

Monitoring and continuous improvement underpin our anti-slavery response. Our board receives periodic reports on audit results, remediation progress and emerging risks linked to Maida Vale gardeners and broader supplier networks. We review contractual terms, procurement practices and recruitment arrangements to close gaps discovered through audits or reports. We expect suppliers to cooperate fully with investigations and to adopt corrective measures where necessary.

Each year we carry out an annual review of our modern slavery measures to assess effectiveness, update risk assessments and set new priorities. This review includes an evaluation of our supplier audit programme, training completion rates and the responsiveness of reporting channels. Where deficiencies are identified, we implement action plans with clear milestones and allocate resources to support suppliers in meeting standards.

In conclusion, Gardening Maida Vale remains resolute in its stance that modern slavery has no place in our operations or among our partners. We will continue to strengthen policies, maintain rigorous supplier audits, promote accessible reporting channels and conduct an annual review to drive continuous improvement. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical gardening practices in Maida Vale and to protecting the rights and welfare of every worker involved in our activities.