Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Clearance Blackfriars

Garden Clearance Blackfriars affirms a zero-tolerance stance toward modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. Garden Clearance Blackfriars and our associated garden clearance services in Blackfriars are committed to preventing any form of forced labour, child exploitation or servitude in our business activities. This statement sets out our approach, expectations and measures to identify, prevent and remediate modern slavery risks.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a clear and enforced zero-tolerance policy that applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers. Staff receive training on prohibited practices and the signs of exploitation, and managers are accountable for ensuring compliance. This policy guides recruitment, terms of engagement and subcontracting for all Blackfriars garden clearance projects and related works, and it is embedded in our procurement standards.

We define modern slavery to include forced labour, debt bondage, involuntary prison labour and human trafficking. Garden clearance in Blackfriars and nearby regions must comply with this definition, and any suspected breach triggers immediate investigation and corrective action. We will terminate relationships with suppliers who knowingly engage in exploitative practices and will pursue all available legal remedies.

We conduct regular supplier due diligence and supplier audits to assess risk and compliance. Audits for our garden clearance suppliers include documentation checks, on-site inspections, and interviews where appropriate. Our procurement team applies risk-based scrutiny: higher-risk partners receive more frequent and detailed audits. Audit outcomes form part of supplier performance reviews and can lead to mandatory remediation plans or contract termination.

Supplier Controls and Expectations

Our supply chain expectations are communicated through contractual clauses, codes of conduct and pre-qualification questionnaires. Key controls include:

• Verification: identity and right-to-work checks for labour supplied to garden clearance projects;
• Audits: scheduled and random supplier audits to validate working conditions and pay practices;
• Remediation: corrective action plans with defined timelines for non-compliance;
• Transparency: requirement for suppliers to disclose subcontractors and labour providers.

We maintain robust reporting channels to enable confidential and secure reporting of concerns. Employees, contractors and third parties are encouraged to raise issues through our internal reporting mechanisms or via anonymous reporting where available. All reports of suspected modern slavery are treated seriously, investigated by trained staff, and escalated to senior management as required. Victim protection and confidentiality are prioritised throughout any investigation.

Our governance framework assigns oversight to senior leaders who receive regular briefings on modern slavery risks related to garden clearance operations across Blackfriars. Performance metrics, such as audit completion rates, number of supplier corrective actions and training participation levels, are reported annually. Continuous improvement is driven by lessons learned, supplier engagement and evolving best practice.

Garden Clearance Blackfriars commits to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and associated policies. The review evaluates effectiveness, updates risk assessments, and refines supplier audit frequency and scope. We will revise our approach in light of new evidence, legislative changes and stakeholder feedback. This statement will be re-assessed at least once every 12 months by senior leadership.

We collaborate with industry partners, where appropriate, to strengthen anti-slavery measures across the landscaping and garden services sector. Our approach to Blackfriars garden clearance work emphasises ethical sourcing, fair pay and safe working conditions at every contract stage. Where incidents occur, we work to remediate harm to affected individuals and to prevent recurrence.

Implementation of this statement is supported by training, contracts, and operational controls integrated into our garden waste removal and clearance activities. Suppliers who fail to meet our standards are required to implement corrective measures swiftly; persistent failure may lead to contract cessation. We publish summaries of our progress and maintain transparent governance without disclosing individual claimant details.

By adopting these measures, Garden Clearance Blackfriars reaffirms its commitment to eradicating modern slavery within our operations and through our supply chain. We expect all partners engaged in garden clearance services in Blackfriars and surrounding areas to share this commitment and to cooperate fully with audits and remediation efforts. This statement is endorsed by senior management as a reflection of our corporate values and legal obligations.