Gardener Blackwall Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Blackwall publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to affirm a clear and public stance: we have a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking. This anti-slavery statement outlines our commitments, the steps we take to manage risk, and how we expect our people and suppliers to act. Our corporate values demand that every colleague, contractor and partner shares responsibility for safeguarding human rights across our operations and supply chains.

We recognise that a robust modern slavery policy must be embedded across governance and operations. The board and senior management maintain oversight of compliance and receive regular reports on progress. We train employees in procurement, human resources and operations to spot the signs of exploitation and to use the correct reporting channels. Our leadership enforces principles that are non-negotiable: respect, transparency and accountability in all dealings.

This slavery and human trafficking statement explains our approach to supplier due diligence, including contractual requirements and supplier audits. We require suppliers to commit to our anti-slavery code and to provide evidence of lawful and ethical employment practices. Where risk is elevated, we implement site visits, third-party audits and documentary checks to verify worker rights, working hours, wages and recruitment practices.

Supplier Assurance and Audit Programme

Our supplier assurance programme uses a risk-based model. We identify high-risk sectors, geographies and stages of the supply chain, and we apply enhanced scrutiny where needed. Key measures include:

• Pre-contract screening and mandatory representation in supplier contracts.
• Periodic audits and remote assessments for ongoing compliance verification.
• Corrective action plans with clear timelines where issues are identified.

We also leverage third-party expertise for complex investigations and ensure that remedial actions prioritise the welfare of affected workers. Where severe violations occur and remediation is not possible, we will terminate relationships in accordance with our zero tolerance commitments and contractual rights.

Reporting Channels and Protection for Whistleblowers

Gardener Blackwall maintains multiple confidential reporting channels for concerns related to modern slavery. Reports can be made anonymously through secure third-party mechanisms, by contacting internal compliance teams via specified internal systems, or by raising issues with local management. We strictly prohibit retaliation: reports are treated sensitively and investigated promptly. Whistleblowers are protected and every allegation is logged, triaged and resolved in line with our policies.

Actions, Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Our anti-slavery programme includes continuous monitoring and clear performance metrics. We measure compliance through audit results, training completion rates, incident resolution timeframes and supplier corrective action effectiveness. We publish progress internally to drive accountability and to ensure persistent improvement across procurement, operations and HR.

The company requires all managers and suppliers to uphold ethical recruitment and employment standards. We prohibit charging recruitment fees to workers, use only licensed labour providers where required, and insist on transparent pay practices. These measures form part of our contract terms and are enforced through audit and remediation steps described above.

Our approach to the anti-slavery statement is deliberate and practical: identify, prevent, mitigate and account for modern slavery risks. We maintain documented procedures for escalation, corrective action and termination of non-compliant suppliers. We seek to collaborate with industry partners and NGOs where joint action can reduce systemic risk and protect vulnerable workers.

We require evidence of compliance from critical suppliers and reserve the right to suspend or terminate contracts where serious breaches are confirmed. Training is mandatory for procurement and HR teams and is refreshed regularly to reflect evolving best practice. We also incorporate human rights considerations into supplier selection and performance reviews.

Each year Gardener Blackwall undertakes an annual review of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement and related policies. The review assesses programme effectiveness, audit outcomes and emerging risks, and results in updated controls, additional training or changes to supplier engagement approach. The board formally approves the annual statement and any significant policy changes to ensure sustained commitment and oversight.

By publishing this modern slavery declaration, Gardener Blackwall reiterates its unwavering commitment to ethical conduct and the protection of fundamental labour rights. We will continue to invest in prevention, rigorous supplier assurance and accessible reporting channels to ensure our operations and supply chains are free from exploitation.