Modern Slavery Statement for Garden Clearance Queens Park

Garden Clearance Queens Park is committed to a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour in all aspects of our operations. This statement sets out how our Queens Park garden clearance and related services proactively identify, prevent and respond to risks of exploitation across our teams and supply chain.

We recognise our responsibility as a local provider of garden clearance in Queens Park to ensure workers and suppliers are treated fairly. Our core commitments include ethical recruitment, fair pay, safe working conditions and the right to freedom of movement. These principles guide our actions and inform our contractual terms with subcontractors and partners.

We operate a strict zero-tolerance stance: any instance of forced labour, debt bondage, child exploitation or human trafficking will result in immediate termination of contracts and appropriate legal action. Employees are trained to spot signs of modern slavery, and managers are required to escalate concerns promptly to senior leadership.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Our approach to suppliers and contractors in the Queens Park area includes robust due diligence. Before onboarding, suppliers undergo checks on labour practices, right-to-work verification and relevant certifications. We conduct regular supplier audits to assess compliance with labour standards and to verify that subcontracted services meet our expectations for ethical conduct.

Audit Programme and Risk Assessment

Audits are a mix of scheduled and unannounced visits, document reviews and interviews. We prioritise assessments based on risk factors such as geographic origin of labour, use of third-party recruiters or complex supply chains. Findings are recorded and remediated through corrective action plans; repeat non-compliance leads to contract termination.

We require all suppliers used in our Queens Park yard clearance and garden clearance services to adhere to our Code of Conduct. Key supplier obligations are:

• Comply with all employment and health & safety laws.
• Provide proof of lawful employment and transparent wage records.
• Permit access for audits and remedial action as required.

Contract terms include explicit clauses prohibiting modern slavery and enabling termination for breaches. We also offer capacity-building support to suppliers willing to improve practices, reinforcing responsible sourcing across the local garden clearance supply network.

Reporting channels are designed to be accessible and confidential. Staff, subcontractors and third parties can report concerns through an internal confidential hotline, secure reporting form and through trusted supervisors. All reports are taken seriously, investigated by a designated compliance officer and escalated to senior management when necessary.

Whistleblowing and Protection We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and maintain anonymity where requested. Reports are logged, investigated within defined timelines and outcomes communicated to relevant stakeholders. If exploitation is suspected, we cooperate with law enforcement and specialist support services to ensure the safety and welfare of affected individuals.

Training and Awareness All employees undergo mandatory training on recognising modern slavery indicators, safe reporting and our ethical standards. Training is refreshed annually and tailored modules are provided for procurement teams and site managers involved in garden clearance operations.

Remediation processes focus on victim support, corrective action and prevention. When exploitation is identified, we prioritise the welfare of the individual, suspend implicated contracts, and implement measures to prevent recurrence. Remediation plans are proportional to the harm identified and include long-term monitoring.

Our annual review cycle ensures this Modern Slavery Statement and our policies remain effective. Each year we evaluate audit outcomes, incident reports, supplier performance and training completion rates. Findings are used to update risk assessments, refine supplier standards and enhance staff training.

Governance of modern slavery risk is overseen by senior leadership with board review. This statement will be reviewed and re-published at least once every 12 months, or sooner if significant issues arise. By maintaining vigilance across our Queens Park garden clearance services and supply chain, Garden Clearance Queens Park reaffirms its commitment to eradicating modern slavery and protecting human dignity.