Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Brimsdown

Gardening Brimsdown is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement sets out the steps we take to ensure a zero-tolerance policy toward forced labour, servitude, and any form of exploitation across our gardening services and supply chains. We expect the same standards from those who supply goods and services to Gardening Brimsdown Ltd.

Our Commitment and Scope

As a provider of landscape and maintenance work, the Brimsdown gardening team recognises its responsibility to protect vulnerable people. This Gardening Brimsdown statement applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged by Gardening Brimsdown garden services. We actively promote fair working conditions, lawful pay and safe environments where exploitation is not tolerated.

We operate a zero-tolerance approach: any credible allegation of modern slavery triggers immediate investigation and appropriate action, including termination of contracts and referral to authorities where necessary. The company will not knowingly benefit from modern slavery in any form. All staff receive training on spotting the signs of exploitation and how to escalate concerns.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Our procurement and supplier management framework includes risk-based checks and regular supplier audits. Gardening Brimsdown conducts pre-engagement screening and ongoing reviews for higher-risk suppliers. Where risks are identified, we work collaboratively to remediate issues. Key measures include:

• Contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery standards
• Periodic on-site and remote audits of labour practices
• Evidence checks for payroll, working hours and worker contracts

We maintain records of supplier assessments and corrective action plans. Audits are prioritised by risk level and frequency, and follow-up reviews confirm that agreed improvements are implemented. Gardening Brimsdown garden services reserves the right to suspend or terminate contracts where suppliers fail to remedy confirmed breaches.

Reporting channels are critical to our response. Employees, subcontractors and third parties can report suspected modern slavery through internal channels established by the company. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and kept confidential. We encourage the use of formal reporting routes and provide protections against retaliation for whistleblowers.

Reporting options include:

• Internal escalation to line managers and HR for confidential handling
• Anonymous reporting mechanisms for those who need them
• Escalation to senior management and, where appropriate, external authorities

As part of our care for workers, the Brimsdown gardening team ensures that support is available to potential victims, including safe referral pathways and cooperation with local agencies while avoiding any disclosure of personal contact details in public documents.

The company embeds continuous improvement through training, supplier engagement and clear policies. Every employee receives instruction on the signs of trafficking, how to access reporting channels, and the consequences of non-compliance for both individuals and suppliers. Gardening Brimsdown Ltd expects employees to act responsibly and report concerns without delay.

Accountability is maintained through governance and an annual review cycle. The board and senior leadership review progress against the anti-slavery action plan, audit results, and training completion rates. Any material findings are documented and prompt remedial action is taken.

We will review this Modern Slavery Statement annually, updating our approach, strengthening supplier audits and refining our reporting channels as needed. This ensures Gardening Brimsdown's ongoing commitment to prevent exploitation in our operations and supply chains. Strong, consistent enforcement of our policies underpins the integrity of the services we deliver and reflects our core values of respect and fairness.