Gardening Dulwich Modern Slavery Statement
Gardening Dulwich publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking across all operations. This document sets out our commitments, the scope of our anti-slavery measures and how the Gardening Dulwich slavery policy is applied to staff, contractors and supply chains. We declare that forced labour, debt bondage, and human trafficking are unacceptable in any form.
Our zero-tolerance policy is embedded in employment terms and procurement processes. The Gardening Dulwich modern slavery policy applies to permanent, temporary and seasonal workers, volunteers and subcontractors. We require all personnel and partners to adhere to ethical labour standards and to report any concerns without delay. This modern slavery statement for Gardening Dulwich is reviewed alongside our code of conduct to ensure alignment with legal obligations and best practice.
We operate a rigorous supplier assurance programme including targeted supplier audits and risk-based due diligence. Audits evaluate worker contracts, recruitment fees, accommodations and hours worked. Key audit elements include:
- Verification of identity and right to work documents;
- Inspection of payroll, pay slips and payment records;
- Interviews with a representative sample of workers.
Prevention and Due Diligence
Gardening Dulwich requires suppliers to confirm compliance with our anti-slavery clauses at the point of engagement and at renewal. We embed terms that prohibit exploitative practices into purchase agreements and subcontractor arrangements. Procurement teams apply risk profiling to seasonal sourcing, logistics and high-risk services to prioritise audit resources and training interventions.
We provide training and awareness for managers and staff who recruit, supervise or engage suppliers. The training covers recognising signs of exploitation, the importance of ethical recruitment, and steps to take when issues arise. Our internal policies use clear escalation routes and designate responsible officers to coordinate investigations and remedial measures.
The Gardening Dulwich anti-slavery statement emphasises collaborative remediation. If an audit identifies non-compliance, we require a time-bound corrective action plan, ongoing monitoring and, where necessary, termination of the business relationship to protect workers. We prioritise worker safety and remediation over commercial considerations.
Reporting Channels and Accountability
We maintain secure and confidential reporting channels to encourage raising concerns. Staff and third parties can report suspected modern slavery through internal reporting systems and anonymous whistleblowing mechanisms. Reports are assessed promptly, with protection against retaliation for those who raise issues in good faith.
Our governance structure assigns accountability for implementation and oversight. Senior management receive regular reports on supplier audits, training completion rates and incident responses. The board reviews material findings and approves remedial strategies to ensure effective action in line with our anti-slavery commitments.
Gardening Dulwich commits to an annual review of this modern slavery statement and related policies. The annual modern slavery review measures progress, updates risk assessments, and sets objectives for continuous improvement. We will update our processes, supplier due diligence and training programmes in response to emerging risks, audit outcomes and stakeholder expectations, maintaining the highest standards against modern slavery.