Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Services Vauxhall
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the firm commitment of Gardening Services Vauxhall and associated Vauxhall gardening services teams to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all parts of our operations and supply chains. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, bonded labour, child labour or human trafficking. This statement explains the measures we take, the monitoring we apply, and the channels we provide for reporting concerns.
Our commitment covers all employees, temporary workers and subcontractors engaged by gardening services in Vauxhall and neighbouring areas. We expect everyone who works with Vauxhall garden services to uphold the highest standards of integrity and to comply with the law. We will not tolerate exploitation, and we require suppliers and partners to agree to contractual terms that reflect our values and legal obligations. Where necessary, we will terminate arrangements with anyone who breaches these principles.
To support our zero-tolerance approach we have established clear reporting channels and whistleblowing protections. Complaints or concerns can be raised through multiple safe routes, and all reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly. Our reporting channels include:
- Internal confidential reporting line for staff and contractors
- Dedicated compliance mailbox monitored by the compliance lead
- Anonymous third-party reporting where anonymity is requested
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
Gardening Services — Vauxhall carries out supplier audits and due diligence on a risk-based approach. Our procurement process identifies suppliers who are higher risk due to geography, labour intensity, or subcontracting chains. For those suppliers we undertake deeper assessments that may include document review, site visits and interviews. We recognise that preventing modern slavery requires diligence across every link in the supply chain.
Supplier audits focus on employment practices, recruitment processes and evidence of lawful pay and working hours. Audits use a mix of desktop checks and on-site inspections where feasible. Where audits identify issues we require corrective action plans with clear timelines and follow-up assessments. Persistent non-compliance results in contract termination and replacement with suppliers who can demonstrate robust protections.
Audit activities for our Vauxhall garden services suppliers include the following steps:
- Risk screening and prioritisation
- Documentation checks for payroll, right-to-work and recruitment records
- On-site verification and worker interviews where possible
Reporting, Remediation and Continuous Improvement
We provide multiple, secure channels for raising concerns and protect whistleblowers from retaliation. All reports are logged and assessed, and actions are taken to protect any individuals at risk. When exploitation is identified we work to ensure immediate safety, provide remedies where appropriate, and pursue contractual or legal responses against responsible parties.
Our annual review process ensures that policies for gardening services Vauxhall remain effective and responsive. Each year we evaluate our risk profile, review audit outcomes, and update training and supplier requirements. Training for staff and contractors on recognising the signs of modern slavery forms a central part of this review, with refresher sessions scheduled to maintain awareness.
This Modern Slavery Statement is approved at senior management level and will be reviewed at least once every 12 months or more frequently if there are significant changes to our operations, laws or supply chains. Accountability is embedded through assigned responsibilities for compliance, periodic supplier re-evaluation and documented follow-up on corrective actions. Gardening Services Vauxhall and its associated Vauxhall gardening teams remain committed to continuous improvement, transparency and the protection of workers across our operations and supply chain.
