Gardening Hayes Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out Gardening Hayes' commitment to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and any form of exploitation across our operations and supply chain. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery and declare that any evidence of coercion or servitude will trigger immediate action. Our anti-slavery statement explains the standards we apply, the steps we take and the responsibilities we enforce.

Gardening Hayes recognises that modern slavery, including forced labour and debt bondage, is a serious global issue. We are committed to continuous improvement in our practices, embedding ethical procurement, and ensuring that workers are treated with dignity. Our slavery and human trafficking statement is intended to be clear, actionable and accessible to stakeholders across the business.

We maintain a transparent anti-slavery policy that applies to all colleagues, contractors and suppliers. The policy includes mandatory training, procurement controls and escalation procedures. Any breach of our zero-tolerance policy is investigated and may result in termination of contracts, disciplinary action for employees and collaboration with authorities where appropriate.

Policies, Risk Assessment and Supplier Oversight

Gardening Hayes operates a detailed risk assessment process to identify where modern slavery risks are highest in our supply chain. We map suppliers, review labour practices and assess geographic and sector risks. The risk assessment for this anti‑slavery statement is reviewed regularly to reflect changes in sourcing and operations.

Supplier audits are central to our approach. We conduct on-site inspections, remote assessments and targeted supplier questionnaires. Where risk indicators are elevated, we perform enhanced due diligence and require corrective action plans. Our supplier audit programme is designed to detect indicators of forced labour, excessive working hours, withheld wages and recruitment fees.

Key measures include:

• Pre-engagement checks that evaluate worker rights and recruitment practices;
• Periodic supplier audits with independent third-party auditors where necessary;
• Contract clauses that require compliance with our anti-slavery standards and permit remediation or termination.

Training, Reporting Channels and Continuous Improvement

We provide role-specific training for procurement, site managers and senior leaders on identifying indicators of modern slavery and responding appropriately. Training materials explain our slavery and trafficking statement, reporting channels and expected behaviours. Staff are encouraged to speak up without fear of retaliation through safe and confidential channels.

Our reporting channels are multiple and accessible: internal whistleblowing routes, anonymous reporting mechanisms and escalation to senior management. Reports are triaged, investigated and, where substantiated, lead to corrective action. All reports are treated confidentially and taken seriously under our zero-tolerance pledge.

Gardening Hayes commits to an annual review of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement. The review evaluates the effectiveness of supplier audits, training outcomes, incident reports and remediation activities. Findings will inform updates to policy, enhanced audit coverage and resource allocation to high-risk areas.

Accountability and Governance: Ultimate responsibility for the modern slavery statement rests with our board and senior leadership team. Operational accountability sits with procurement and compliance leads who implement supplier engagement and audit programmes. We maintain records of due diligence, audits and remediation actions to ensure transparency and continuous improvement.

Gardening Hayes pledges to work collaboratively with suppliers to eliminate practices inconsistent with our values. Where abuses are found, our priority is the safety and remedy for affected workers alongside the enforcement of contractual remedies. We will not tolerate any attempt to substitute responsibility through subcontracting or opaque recruitment chains.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is approved by Gardening Hayes' leadership and will be published and reviewed each year to ensure it remains effective, relevant and aligned with our values. Our ongoing commitment to ethical sourcing, supplier audits, clear reporting channels and annual review underpins our determination to prevent modern slavery in all its forms.