Gardener Hainault Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Hainault publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to declare our firm commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all parts of our operations and supply chains. Our zero-tolerance policy to forced labour, bonded labour, and human trafficking is core to our values. We require all team members and contractors to uphold these standards and to act immediately if they suspect any form of exploitation.

Scope and commitment

This anti-slavery and human trafficking statement applies across Gardener Hainault and extends to our suppliers, subcontractors and partners. We recognize that a credible modern slavery policy requires clear expectations, training and active oversight. We insist that suppliers and vendors follow our code of conduct and contractual clauses that prohibit exploitative practices.

Governance and responsibilities

Senior leadership is accountable for delivering this slavery and trafficking statement. The Board reviews and endorses the policy annually. Day-to-day responsibility rests with designated compliance officers who coordinate due diligence, supplier engagement and audit programmes. We embed anti-slavery principles into procurement decisions and risk assessment processes.

Due diligence and supplier audits

Gardener Hainault conducts systematic supplier due diligence and targeted supplier audits to identify, assess and mitigate risks. Our supplier audit programme includes:

• Pre-qualification screening for labour rights and documentation;
• Periodic on-site and remote audits focusing on recruitment, wages, working hours and accommodation;
• Corrective action plans with timelines and verification steps.

We use industry-standard tools and third-party auditors where needed to validate compliance and escalate issues promptly.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

Gardener Hainault maintains secure and accessible reporting channels for workers, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns. Reports can be made anonymously and are treated with confidentiality. Our internal policy ensures no retaliation for good-faith reporting. Reporting channels include internal compliance hotlines and nominated compliance officers who investigate every allegation.

We respond to reports with timely investigations and, where appropriate, remedial action including worker support, disciplinary measures, contract termination and referral to authorities. We keep detailed records of investigations to ensure transparency and continuous improvement. Zero-tolerance is not only a commitment but an operational standard.

Training, awareness and supplier engagement

We deliver regular training to all staff and targeted training for procurement teams and site managers. Suppliers are required to participate in awareness sessions and to confirm that their own supply chains comply with our expectations. We encourage collaboration with suppliers to develop sustainable, ethical practices and to remediate issues without delay.

Monitoring, continuous improvement and annual review

Gardener Hainault monitors performance through key indicators, audit findings and stakeholder feedback. We conduct an annual review of this modern slavery statement and our anti-slavery measures to ensure they remain effective and aligned with evolving risks and legal requirements. Findings from reviews inform policy updates, enhanced controls and supplier prioritization.

Our ongoing programme includes risk mapping, strengthened contract terms, increased audit coverage in high-risk areas and investment in tools to track compliance. We commit to public reporting on progress and to taking corrective action where gaps are identified. This slavery and human trafficking statement will be revised as necessary to reflect progress and lessons learned.

Gardener Hainault is resolute: we will continue to prevent modern slavery, support affected workers and work with partners to promote ethical supply chains. Our pledge is clear — no tolerance for exploitation, rigorous supplier audits, safe reporting channels and a robust annual review process to ensure accountability and improvement.