Modern Slavery Statement — Gardeners Chelsea Commitment

Gardeners Chelsea recognises its responsibility to combat modern slavery and human trafficking across all operations and supply chains. This statement outlines our approach to ensure that Chelsea gardeners, subcontractors and suppliers operate under ethical and lawful conditions. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, exploitation or trafficked workers in all aspects of our Chelsea gardening services.

Our commitment as Gardeners of Chelsea is to ensure transparency and accountability. We maintain clear standards of conduct, require our teams and partners to uphold labour rights, and seek to foster an environment where all staff and contractors are treated with dignity and respect. This statement applies to all employees, temporary staff, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Gardeners Chelsea.

To embed these principles, we have implemented a robust supplier due-diligence process. As part of our supplier management for Gardeners Chelsea operations, we conduct enhanced checks and require contractual certifications that confirm compliance with anti-slavery legislation and ethical employment practices.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Governance

Gardeners Chelsea operates with a zero-tolerance stance. Any evidence or credible allegation of modern slavery is treated seriously, with immediate investigation and remedial action. Our governance structure ensures senior oversight and accountability; policies are approved at management level and communicated to all employees and partners.

We require suppliers to agree to our Supplier Code of Conduct which includes clear prohibitions on forced, bonded, or involuntary labour. Suppliers must provide documentation of worker identity checks, working hours, wage records and freedom to leave employment. Non-compliance may result in contract termination or other corrective measures.

Key actions we take include:

• Supplier audits: regular and risk-based audits to verify compliance.
• Training: mandatory awareness training for staff and contractors on identifying and reporting potential signs of exploitation.
• Contract clauses: explicit anti-slavery provisions embedded in procurement agreements for Chelsea gardening projects.

Supplier Audits, Reporting Channels and Annual Review

Our supplier audits combine documented evidence reviews, on-site assessments where necessary and third-party verification for high-risk suppliers. Audit outcomes inform risk mitigation plans and follow-up actions. Gardeners Chelsea uses a risk-based approach, focusing audit frequency and depth on geography, supplier size and role within the Chelsea gardening supply chain.

We maintain clear and accessible reporting channels for concerns. Employees, temporary workers, contractors and third parties can report suspected modern slavery through confidential internal reporting mechanisms. Reports are handled promptly, investigated by trained personnel, and escalated to senior management. We prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises concerns in good faith.

An annual review process evaluates the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures. This review considers audit results, reported incidents, training completion rates, and supplier performance. Findings are used to strengthen controls, update policies and set priorities for the coming year. The review is documented and used to inform improvements across our Chelsea gardening services.

Gardeners Chelsea is committed to continuous improvement. We will continue to develop stronger due diligence, enhance supplier engagement, and improve awareness among Chelsea gardeners and partners. Our efforts are guided by the principle that exploitation has no place in our industry, and by working collaboratively across the supply chain we aim to reduce the risk of modern slavery wherever Gardeners Chelsea operates.

We expect all partners, suppliers and contractors to share our values. Detailed expectations are provided in procurement documentation and contractual terms; where remedial actions are needed we will work to ensure rapid, effective and victim-centred remediation. Our approach balances ethical enforcement with constructive engagement to raise standards across the Chelsea gardening sector.

Through sustained vigilance, regular supplier audits, clear reporting channels and an annual review cycle, Gardeners Chelsea seeks to identify and prevent modern slavery risks in a proactive and transparent way.