Gardeners Fitzrovia Modern Slavery Statement
Gardeners Fitzrovia sets out this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our commitment to preventing forced labour, servitude and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. We operate a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery and human exploitation. This anti-slavery statement explains the measures we take to identify, prevent and remedy risks, and reflects our responsibilities under applicable laws concerning modern slavery and human trafficking.
Our modern slavery policy is applied across all functions and is supported by senior management. We require all staff and contractors to adhere to clear standards of conduct: workers must be paid fairly, work voluntarily and be free to terminate employment. Gardeners Fitzrovia does not tolerate coerced labour, and we include clauses in contracts that require compliance with our slavery and human trafficking policy.
The scope of this anti-slavery statement covers direct employees, subcontractors and the broader supply chain for goods and services. We recognise that risks may vary by geography, sector and supplier type, and therefore we adopt a risk-based approach. Our modern slavery and human trafficking statement sets out practical controls to address risks in higher-risk categories such as temporary labour, international suppliers and contracted maintenance services.
Supplier due diligence and proactive supplier audits form a key pillar of our prevention work. We conduct risk assessments and implement targeted checks, which include:
- Periodic supplier risk screening and onboarding questionnaires;
- Scheduled supplier audits and unannounced site visits where risk indicators are present;
- Corrective action plans and follow-up verification to ensure compliance.
Training and awareness are essential to sustain our anti-slavery policy. All employees with procurement, HR or management responsibilities receive regular training on identifying signs of modern slavery, how to escalate concerns and how to apply our contractual standards. We promote a culture where raising concerns is encouraged; employees and third parties should feel empowered to report potential breaches without fear of reprisal.
Reporting channels are clearly defined and accessible. We maintain multiple, confidential routes for reporting suspected slavery or human trafficking including internal reporting to management, escalation to our compliance team and anonymous reporting options. Reports are taken seriously, logged and investigated promptly. Investigations are conducted with sensitivity to victim protection, and we adopt remedial actions when incidents are substantiated, including termination of contracts and referral to appropriate authorities.
Contractual safeguards are embedded in our supplier agreements. Suppliers must confirm compliance with our slavery and human trafficking policy and permit audits. Non-compliance triggers remedial steps which can include requirement of corrective action, temporary suspension of orders or contract termination. We use contract clauses to ensure transparency on labour practices and to require remediation where problems are found.
To support reporting, our whistleblowing and grievance procedures ensure confidentiality and protection. Reports are triaged to determine risk and appropriate response, which may include internal investigation, engagement with suppliers, and cooperation with law enforcement where necessary. We emphasise no retaliation against reporters and provide options for anonymous disclosures.
Gardeners Fitzrovia conducts an annual review of this modern slavery policy and associated measures. The review evaluates the effectiveness of supplier audits, training, reporting mechanisms and remediation outcomes. Findings inform updates to our anti-slavery statement and operational practices. Senior leadership reviews the results and signs off on any required changes, ensuring continued executive accountability for preventing modern slavery in our business and supply chains.
Continuous improvement and governance
We are committed to continuous improvement of our modern slavery and human trafficking statement and processes. We monitor emerging risks, adapt our supplier audits, and refine training to ensure that our zero-tolerance policy remains robust and effective. Through regular review cycles, transparent reporting and decisive action, Gardeners Fitzrovia seeks to minimise the risk of modern slavery, uphold workers' rights and maintain responsible sourcing across all our operations.
Approval and publication
This statement is approved by our senior management and will be published in line with our governance cycle. It represents Gardeners Fitzrovia’s formal position on modern slavery, summarising the measures we take to prevent exploitation and to protect workers across our supply chain.
