Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Queensbury

At Gardeners Queensbury, we are committed to operating with integrity, fairness, and respect for every individual connected to our work. This modern slavery statement sets out the principles and controls that guide our approach to preventing exploitation in any form. We recognise that modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and child labour can occur in complex supply chains, so we maintain a clear zero-tolerance policy across all activities. Our commitment applies to direct operations, subcontracted work, and the goods and services we source.

We expect everyone working with Queensbury gardeners to uphold the same ethical standards. This includes staff, suppliers, contractors, and any third parties acting on our behalf. To support this commitment, we integrate modern slavery awareness into our procurement and operational processes, ensuring that risks are identified early and addressed promptly. We also maintain documented procedures so that concerns are handled consistently and responsibly.

Our approach begins with due diligence. Before entering into commercial relationships, we assess supplier risk using factors such as geography, labour practices, and the nature of the work involved. Higher-risk suppliers may be required to provide additional information, evidence of worker protections, and details of their recruitment and employment practices. This helps Gardeners in Queensbury reduce exposure to unethical labour conditions and reinforces our expectation of lawful and humane working standards.

Supplier oversight does not end once a contract is signed. We conduct supplier audits on a risk-based basis, with checks designed to confirm compliance with our standards and legal obligations. These audits may review working hours, wage practices, identity documents, accommodation arrangements where applicable, and the treatment of workers. Where non-compliance is identified, we require corrective action within a defined timeframe and reserve the right to suspend or end relationships if serious issues are not resolved.

Training also plays an important role in our prevention strategy. Relevant team members are made aware of the warning signs of exploitation, such as restricted movement, withheld documents, coercion, debt bondage, or unexplained changes in worker behaviour. By keeping Queensbury garden services teams alert to these indicators, we improve the likelihood that concerns will be recognised and reported quickly. Awareness is especially important when working with seasonal labour or specialist subcontractors.

We provide clear reporting channels so that employees, suppliers, and contractors can raise concerns in confidence. Reports may be made through internal management routes, designated safeguarding leads, or other formal reporting procedures established within the business. All concerns are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, and we expect the same protection to be extended throughout our supply chain.

When a concern is raised, we investigate the facts, assess the level of risk, and determine the appropriate response. Depending on the circumstances, this may include increased monitoring, additional audits, supplier remediation plans, or immediate termination of the relationship. Our priority is to protect vulnerable people and prevent further harm. This approach reflects the values of Gardeners Queensbury as a responsible service provider committed to ethical practice.

We review this statement and our related procedures on an annual review basis to ensure they remain effective, current, and aligned with legal requirements. Each review considers changes in legislation, business structure, supplier risk, and any incidents or concerns identified during the year. Lessons learned are used to strengthen controls, improve training, and refine audit activity. This ongoing process helps gardeners in Queensbury maintain a practical and accountable approach to modern slavery prevention.

This statement confirms our ongoing commitment to preventing exploitation in all forms. Through a clear zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, reliable reporting channels, and an annual review cycle, Gardeners Queensbury works to ensure that dignity, transparency, and compliance remain central to our operations and partnerships.