Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Services Seven Kings

Gardening Services Seven Kings is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. We operate a strict zero-tolerance approach to any form of forced labour, exploitative working conditions or human trafficking in our supply chain and in the delivery of Seven Kings gardening services. This statement explains our commitments, the controls we apply and the continuous improvement steps we take to ensure responsible employment practices across our garden maintenance and landscaping activities.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Our zero-tolerance policy is clear: any worker exploitation is unacceptable. We require every subcontractor and supplier to meet mandatory standards that align with this stance. As a provider of Seven Kings garden services we insist on lawful working hours, fair pay, voluntary employment and safe working conditions. Workers must be free to leave employment and to report concerns without fear of reprisal; this is a non-negotiable condition of engagement.

To enforce our policy we implement targeted supplier checks and contractual clauses that prohibit modern slavery, and we reserve the right to terminate agreements should violations occur. For our local gardening and landscape supply partners, we require documented evidence of payroll compliance, right-to-work checks and clear employment records.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We conduct systematic supplier audits and risk assessments across all tiers of our supply chain. For Seven Kings gardening contractors and plant suppliers we follow a risk-based audit schedule that includes on-site visits, document verification and worker interviews. Audits evaluate recruitment practices, wage payments, accommodation arrangements where provided, and freedom of movement for staff. Any non-compliance triggers corrective action plans with measurable deadlines and follow-up audits to confirm remediation.

Our procurement team maintains a supplier code of conduct and uses contractual safeguards to ensure compliance. We prioritise suppliers with transparent labour practices, clear policies against exploitation and evidence of training for supervisors. Where necessary, we collaborate with third-party auditors and specialist advisors to validate findings and to design effective remediation that protects affected workers.

To support integrity in our procurement for garden maintenance in Seven Kings, we use a combination of desktop checks and physical inspections. This includes verifying the legitimacy of recruitment agencies, screening for recruitment fees imposed on workers and ensuring that identity documents are not retained unlawfully.

Reporting channels are central to how we identify and resolve instances of exploitation. We provide multiple, confidential routes for workers, subcontractors and the public to raise concerns about modern slavery in our operations. These channels are accessible and promoted to all staff and partners, and reports are treated seriously and promptly by trained case managers.

Available reporting methods include anonymous internal hotlines, designated safeguarding officers and a documented incident response process. We ensure reports are investigated promptly, with protection for whistleblowers and confidentiality maintained wherever possible. All allegations are logged, triaged for risk and escalated appropriately, with immediate steps taken to protect any individual at risk.

In addition to reactive reporting, we emphasise proactive training across our teams and among subcontractors to help staff recognise signs of forced labour, debt bondage, and other indicators of modern slavery in local garden services. Awareness drives and toolbox talks are part of our ongoing prevention strategy.

Our commitment extends to clear remediation protocols for any worker identified as a victim of modern slavery: immediate safety, access to medical care, cooperation with authorities and support for recovery. We will never penalise workers who come forward, and where employers or suppliers are found responsible we take decisive contractual and legal action.

Annual review and continuous improvement form core pillars of our approach. Each year we publish an internal review of our anti-slavery measures, assess the effectiveness of supplier audits, review reporting outcomes and update training materials. This annual review cycle ensures that Seven Kings garden services remain vigilant and evolve in response to emerging risks.

We declare that this statement is made in good faith and reflects Gardening Services Seven Kings’ ongoing efforts to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chain. We will continue to monitor, report and strengthen our practices as part of our duty to uphold human rights and maintain ethical standards across all landscaping and gardening services offered in Seven Kings and the surrounding communities.