Modern Slavery Statement — Gardeners Ilford Commitment
Our purpose and scope
Gardeners Ilford and the wider team of gardeners in Ilford are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business and supply chain. Gardeners of Ilford adopt a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking or exploitation. This statement sets out our policies, due diligence, and remediation processes.
Core principles: we require all staff and contractors to act lawfully and ethically, maintain dignity and respect for workers, and remain vigilant to signs of exploitation. Our policies apply equally to direct employees, seasonal staff, subcontractors, suppliers and partners providing supplies or services to Ilford gardening services.
Risk assessment and supplier audits
We carry out risk-based assessments across the supply chain used by Gardeners Ilford. Regular supplier audits are conducted to verify working conditions, recruitment practices and contractual fairness. Audits include documentation checks, worker interviews and site visits where appropriate. Where risks are identified we pursue immediate corrective actions and, if necessary, termination of contracts.
Our supplier due diligence includes:
- Verification of identity and employment eligibility for workers.
- Assessment of recruitment fees and third-party labour providers.
- Spot checks to ensure compliance with wage and hour standards.
We expect suppliers to sign our code of conduct and to provide transparent records on workforce management. Failure to meet the standards of Gardeners Ilford may result in contract suspension and further investigation.
Zero-tolerance policy and employee training — Our zero-tolerance policy is non-negotiable: any substantiated instance of modern slavery will trigger immediate action including disciplinary measures, support for victims and termination of offending relationships. We deliver compulsory training for staff and contractors so every person who represents the Gardeners of Ilford understands how to recognise and report signs of exploitation.
The Gardeners Ilford reporting channels are confidential, accessible and monitored. Workers can raise concerns through internal reporting lines, anonymous hotlines, or via designated welfare officers. Reports are treated sensitively, investigated promptly and with protection for whistleblowers. We use a clear case management process to ensure timely resolution and remediation where necessary.
Reporting channels: effective escalation routes, whistleblower protections, and support services for affected workers form central pillars of our response. Ilford gardening services ensure that individuals who report concerns will not suffer retaliation and will receive guidance on next steps.
Remediation, monitoring and continuous improvement — When issues are found, Gardeners Ilford implements remediation plans tailored to the needs of impacted individuals and communities. Remediation includes payment correction, safe repatriation where applicable, medical and legal support, and long-term monitoring to prevent relapse into exploitation.
We maintain a process of continuous monitoring, using audits, third-party assessments and stakeholder engagement to measure the efficacy of controls. Ilford gardeners collaborate with industry partners to share best practice and to escalate systemic issues that require sector-level solutions.
Annual review and governance: this Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once a year by senior management and the board. The annual review evaluates progress against targets, updates our risk map, and sets improvement actions for the following year. The outcome of the review is used to refine training, update audit criteria and strengthen the supplier code of conduct.
Commitment: Gardeners Ilford remains resolute in its aim to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chain. We will continue to invest in people, processes and partnerships that protect workers and uphold the highest standards of ethical sourcing across all Ilford gardening services.
