Modern Slavery Statement — Gardeners Enfield Commitment
Gardeners Enfield publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm a firm, ongoing commitment to preventing slavery and human trafficking in our operations and across our supply chains. This statement applies to all workers supplied to the gardeners of Enfield business, temporary labour, contractors and direct employees. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery and forced labour, and we expect the same standards from our suppliers and partners. Our aim is to be transparent about the steps we take to identify, manage and mitigate slavery and human trafficking risks while supporting workers' rights and safety.
Our policy framework for Gardeners in Enfield is grounded in respect for human dignity and legal compliance. We maintain a clear Code of Conduct that explicitly forbids all forms of exploitation and coerced work. This Code is communicated to staff at induction and reinforced through periodic training. We use risk-based due diligence to focus resources on areas where exploitation is most likely, including seasonal labour, subcontracted services and material sourcing. All recruits and contractors must provide lawful identification and are offered information about their rights in a language they understand.
We are committed to continuous improvement and accountability across our supply chain. Gardeners Enfield Ltd requires suppliers to adhere to our anti-slavery standards, and we include slavery and trafficking clauses in our contractual terms. Our procurement decisions factor in social responsibility performance, and we reserve the right to terminate relationships with suppliers that fail to meet our minimum standards. We treat modern slavery prevention as integral to our procurement and operating practices and expect partner gardeners across Enfield to mirror this approach.
Zero-Tolerance Policy and Practical Measures
Our zero-tolerance stance is operationalised through robust policies, training and oversight. We conduct mandatory training for staff and supervisors to recognise signs of exploitation and to apply safe escalation. The policy is enforced by designated senior management and forms part of performance reviews for site managers. Any breach of the zero-tolerance policy will trigger immediate investigation and corrective action, up to contract termination and reporting to authorities where required.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
We perform supplier audits, both remote and on-site, prioritising higher-risk categories such as seasonal labour providers, landscaping subcontractors and imported material suppliers. Audit activities include document checks, worker interviews and verification of employment terms. Our supplier assurance program includes:- Risk assessment of supplier locations and services
- Periodic compliance audits and follow-up corrective action plans
- Contract clauses requiring transparency and remediation
Reporting channels are an essential part of our response framework. Gardeners Enfield provides multiple confidential reporting routes for workers, contractors and suppliers to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery, including anonymous reporting mechanisms and internal escalation paths. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and take all allegations seriously, investigating promptly and proportionately. Our approach emphasises worker safety, rapid fact-finding and remediation where exploitation is identified.
We apply corrective measures when incidents are identified, prioritising the welfare of affected individuals and ensuring they receive support. Corrective measures may include working with suppliers to implement improvements, terminating non-compliant contracts and cooperating with relevant authorities. We track remediation outcomes and use lessons learned to refine policies, supplier selection and audit criteria.
Gardeners Enfield conducts an annual review of our anti-slavery programme to evaluate effectiveness and set targets for the coming year. The review examines audit findings, training completion rates, reported incidents and remedial actions taken. Outcomes are reported internally to senior leadership and inform updates to our policies, procurement terms and training materials. We also monitor external developments and best practice to ensure our approach remains current and effective.
In summary, the Gardeners of Enfield commitment to eradicating modern slavery is based on prevention, detection and remediation. Through clear policy, supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and a formal annual review process, we work to ensure that exploitation cannot take root in our business or supply chain. This statement will be reviewed and updated regularly to reflect our evolving practices and ongoing vigilance.
