Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Balham

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Gardening Balham and our Balham gardening teams to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all parts of our business and supply chain. We recognise that as a provider of Balham garden services we have a responsibility to uphold high standards of ethical conduct. This policy applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged in gardening in Balham and beyond.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and forced labour. Our expectation is clear: any form of exploitation, coercion, withholding of wages, or restriction of movement will not be tolerated. All staff and partners must comply with this policy and report concerns promptly. The Board of Gardening Balham endorses this stance and requires adherence at every level of our Balham garden care operations.

To put our zero-tolerance policy into practice we integrate due diligence into procurement and contracting for Gardening Balham. Suppliers and subcontractors are required to confirm they comply with anti-slavery laws and our standards for worker treatment. We use risk-based checks and request documentation, including labour policies and proof of legal employment status, to support transparency across Balham gardening supply chains.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Our approach to supplier audits is systematic and proportionate. We carry out pre-engagement screening and on-going monitoring of high-risk suppliers. Audits are a combination of documentation review, self-assessment questionnaires and, where appropriate, on-site visits to confirm working conditions and pay practices in Balham garden services. Audits focus on:

• Employment contracts and wage records;
• Working hours, rest breaks and freedom of movement;
• Recruitment practices and third-party labour providers.

When issues are identified, Gardening Balham will work with suppliers to remedy non-compliance. For serious breaches we will apply contractual sanctions, suspend business relationships or terminate contracts. Our Balham gardening procurement team keeps records of findings and corrective action plans and follows up to ensure sustained improvement.

Reporting Channels and Protection

We maintain clear and accessible reporting channels for anyone to raise concerns. Reports can be made through internal managers, a designated compliance officer, or an anonymous reporting mechanism. Reports are treated as confidential and investigated promptly. We do not tolerate retaliation against whistleblowers; whistleblower protection forms part of our employee handbook for Gardening Balham.

We encourage staff, suppliers and members of the public to speak up if they suspect modern slavery within Balham gardening operations. Our investigative process is robust: allegations are logged, risk-assessed, and escalated as necessary. Where appropriate, we will engage with local authorities and NGOs to secure support and remediation for affected individuals.

Training and awareness are central to prevention. Gardening Balham provides training for procurement, HR and field teams on recognising signs of exploitation and how to respond. Regular briefings for Balham gardening staff ensure that all personnel understand their responsibilities under our zero-tolerance policy and how to use reporting channels effectively.

Our commitment is ongoing. We conduct annual reviews of this Modern Slavery Statement to measure the effectiveness of our policies and actions across Balham garden care. The review evaluates audit outcomes, reported incidents, remediation success and training uptake. If gaps are found, we will update our procedures and controls to strengthen protections for workers.

Gardening Balham will continue to develop partnerships and industry best practice to reduce risks of modern slavery in Balham gardening services. We will use lessons learned from supplier audits and reporting outcomes to refine procurement standards and contractual terms.

Conclusion: Gardening Balham is committed to a responsible and ethical supply chain. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy, conduct supplier audits, provide safe reporting channels, and perform an annual review to ensure continuous improvement and accountability in our efforts to eliminate modern slavery.