Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Camden Town
Gardeners Camden Town is committed to eliminating modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. We acknowledge the responsibility of gardeners of Camden Town to maintain ethical labour standards and to promote human rights. Our stance is unequivocal: exploitation has no place in our business or the businesses of our partners. This statement explains our approach, the actions we take, and the expectations we place on suppliers and staff.
Zero-Tolerance Policy — We enforce a zero-tolerance approach to forced labour, human trafficking, debt bondage and any form of involuntary servitude. Any credible evidence will prompt immediate action including investigation, suspension of supply relationships, contractual termination and cooperation with law enforcement. Gardeners in Camden Town will not tolerate recruitment fees charged to workers, retention of identity documents, or payment below lawful minimums. We require that all workers engaged directly or indirectly by Camden Town gardeners have the freedom to leave employment and the right to lawful wages and humane working conditions.
Our procurement and supplier management require documented compliance with employment standards and ethical recruitment practices. To reduce risk we use a layered approach emphasizing prevention, detection and remediation. Camden Town gardeners and procurement teams undertake risk profiling of suppliers, with heightened scrutiny for high-risk service categories and labour-intensive activities. Key measures include:
- Mandatory contractual clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws and our supplier code of conduct
- Targeted supplier risk assessments and ongoing monitoring of labour practices
- Training for managers and frontline teams to identify signs of exploitation and unsafe recruitment
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence — Regular audits and ongoing due diligence are central to our programme. We conduct scheduled and unannounced audits, review payroll records, interview workers where possible and verify recruitment channels. Audit outcomes produce corrective action plans, time-bound milestones and verification checks prior to contract continuation. High-risk suppliers receive enhanced scrutiny, and suspected breaches trigger immediate escalation to senior management.
Suppliers are required to keep accurate records of recruitment fees, copies of employment contracts and payroll documentation. Where third-party recruiters are used, we demand transparency around the recruiter relationship and full disclosure of any fees or charges. If remediation is unsuccessful or abuses are severe, Gardeners Camden Town will terminate relationships and pursue appropriate legal and regulatory remedies.
Reporting channels are available to all staff, contractors and third parties. Confidential and, where requested, anonymous mechanisms allow concerns to be raised without fear of retaliation. Reports are triaged quickly; suspected instances of modern slavery are escalated to senior management and assessed by our compliance team. We encourage Camden Town gardeners to look out for signs of exploitation, to raise issues promptly and to cooperate with investigations. Retaliation against whistleblowers is strictly prohibited and will result in disciplinary action.
Our procedures emphasise protection, remediation and partnership. Any identified victims are treated with dignity and offered support, including practical assistance and referral to specialist services where appropriate. We document outcomes and, where appropriate, share lessons with suppliers to prevent recurrence. Strong governance ensures that modern slavery risk is integrated into supplier contracts, performance reviews and procurement decisions across the organisation.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement — This statement will be reviewed at least once every year by senior management and the board. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of our policies, supplier audits, training programmes and reporting arrangements. Findings inform updates to risk assessments, audit schedules and capacity-building for both internal teams and external partners. As Camden Town gardeners evolve, so too does our commitment to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chains; we will continue to develop stronger controls, increase transparency and collaborate with sector partners to raise standards.
