Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Heston

Garden Maintenance Heston affirms a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking across all services. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our commitment as a provider of garden maintenance in Heston, Hounslow and surrounding areas, covering employees, contractors and the wider supply chain. We recognise our responsibility to prevent exploitation and to ensure safe, fair working conditions for everyone connected with our Heston garden maintenance operations.

Our policy applies to all aspects of garden maintenance services Heston-wide and to suppliers who deliver materials, equipment or labour. We require that all partners, sub-contractors and temporary staff comply with our standards. We will not tolerate forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking or any form of exploitation. The policy is embedded in contracts and procurement, and is reinforced through regular training and clear behavioural expectations for managers and crews.

As part of our supplier management, Garden Maintenance Heston conducts routine supplier audits and due diligence.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Audits examine recruitment practices, wage records and working hours. Key audit checkpoints include:

• Verification of identity and lawful right to work;
• Contracts and payroll checks to confirm proper pay and deductions;
• Health and safety compliance and accommodation standards where relevant.

We use a risk-based approach to supplier reviews: higher-risk suppliers receive more frequent inspections and documentary checks. Contract clauses require compliance with anti-slavery standards and reserve the right to remediate or terminate relationships where non-compliance is found. For contractors delivering garden maintenance in Heston, performance criteria incorporate ethical labour indicators and continuous improvement targets.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Garden Maintenance Heston provides multiple reporting channels so concerns can be raised safely. Reports may be made through internal managers, designated compliance representatives or an anonymous reporting line. We emphasise that these channels are confidential, and we offer protections for whistleblowers to prevent retaliation. All reports are assessed promptly and investigated by trained personnel.

Investigations follow a clear procedure: initial assessment, evidence collection, remediation planning and, where necessary, termination of contracts or referral to authorities. We work with local agencies and, when appropriate, third-party specialists to support victims and to secure legal and welfare assistance. Our responses are victim-centred and focused on long-term prevention.

Continuous monitoring is central to our commitment. We maintain a programme of internal and external audits, site visits and worker interviews to validate compliance. Training sessions for staff and sub-contractors are delivered regularly and include guidance on recognising signs of exploitation in the landscaping and garden maintenance sector. We encourage a culture of vigilance across the Heston garden maintenance team.

The annual review of our anti-slavery measures ensures policies remain effective and responsive to emerging risks. Each year we publish a review of actions taken, audit outcomes and improvements planned for the next 12 months. This governance review is overseen by senior management and is used to inform supplier selection, procurement practices and resource allocation for compliance efforts.

In conclusion, Garden Maintenance Heston is committed to eradicating modern slavery from its operations and supply chain. We maintain zero tolerance, conduct rigorous supplier audits, provide secure reporting channels, and perform an annual review of all measures to ensure continuous improvement. By embedding these principles into our daily operations and procurement, we strive to deliver ethical, transparent garden maintenance services in Heston and beyond.