Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Services Balham
Gardening Services Balham is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our work. Our zero-tolerance policy means we will not knowingly engage with any supplier, contractor or individual involved in forced labour, debt bondage, or any form of exploitation. This statement explains the steps our Balham gardening services and local garden maintenance teams take to identify, prevent and remediate modern slavery risks across our operations and supply chain.
We require all employees, contractors and sub-contractors to comply with our standards. Our workforce receives induction and ongoing training on recognising signs of abuse, exploitation and poor working conditions. Balham gardening services supervisors are empowered to halt unsafe practices, escalate concerns and ensure vulnerable workers are supported. Employment terms, pay and working hours are monitored to reduce risk and promote responsible labour practices.
Supplier due diligence is integral to how we operate. We maintain a supplier register, conduct risk assessments and prioritise audits for higher-risk relationships. Audits for garden services in Balham include site visits, review of payroll and identity documentation, and confidential worker interviews. Where potential issues are identified, we require corrective action plans and follow-up verification to ensure compliance and protect worker rights.
Our procurement policy reflects a zero tolerance approach: suppliers must demonstrate adherence to anti-slavery standards before contracts are awarded and during the life of the contract. Tender documents, purchase orders and contracts include clauses requiring ethical labour practices and the right to audit. We will terminate relationships with partners who fail to remediate substantiated modern slavery breaches or who attempt to conceal exploitative practices.
Enforcement and remediation measures are practical and proportionate. When non-compliance is found we implement remedial plans, support affected workers to access safe alternatives and, where appropriate, notify relevant authorities. We work with local organisations, labour experts and industry groups to strengthen protections for workers and to share learning across the sector of Balham gardeners and nearby services.
We maintain multiple reporting channels to encourage the disclosure of concerns. Internal reporting lines, anonymous reporting mechanisms and direct escalation paths are available to employees, contractors and third parties. Reports are handled with confidentiality, and we operate a strict non-retaliation policy. All allegations are investigated promptly, and actions taken are documented and tracked to resolution.
Training and communication underpin our prevention efforts. Managers and operatives across garden services in Balham receive periodic training on modern slavery indicators, ethical procurement and escalation procedures. We require key suppliers to deliver worker awareness sessions and to demonstrate ongoing compliance through evidence of policies and staff briefings.
Our supplier audit programme is systematic and transparent. It includes:
- Regular, proportionate supplier audits and on-site inspections to verify labour standards and working conditions.
- Documentary verification such as contracts, payslips and right-to-work checks, combined with confidential worker interviews.
- Clear remediation plans, timelines for corrective actions and re-audits to confirm sustained compliance.
