Modern Slavery Statement for Landscapers Gipsyhill

At Landscapers Gipsyhill, we are committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect industries in many forms, including labour exploitation, deceptive recruitment, and unsafe working conditions. Our landscaping services depend on ethical relationships, responsible procurement, and clear internal standards.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery in every part of our business. This applies to our employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and any third parties acting on our behalf. Landscapers Gipsyhill requires all work to be carried out voluntarily, with fair pay, lawful working hours, and freedom from coercion. Any suspected breach of this policy is treated seriously and may result in immediate investigation, contract termination, or referral to the appropriate authorities.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We expect our suppliers to share our commitment to ethical practice. Before onboarding a supplier, we assess the nature of their business, labour arrangements, and risk exposure. For higher-risk categories, we conduct enhanced checks and supplier audits to verify compliance with labour standards, recordkeeping, and wage practices. These audits may include document reviews, workforce checks, and site observations. If risks are identified, we require corrective action plans and follow-up reviews to confirm improvements.

Our landscaping supply chain may include plant suppliers, material providers, transport contractors, and seasonal labour sources. Because of this, we place emphasis on transparency and traceability. Landscapers Gipsyhill expects suppliers to maintain accurate records and to cascade the same standards to their own subcontractors. We reserve the right to suspend or end business relationships where suppliers fail to demonstrate acceptable ethical controls or where there is evidence of exploitation.

Training and Awareness

To strengthen our prevention measures, we provide staff with awareness training so they can identify warning signs of modern slavery. This includes recognising indicators such as restricted movement, withholding of identity documents, debt bondage, intimidation, or unusual dependence on a supervisor. Training is reviewed periodically to ensure relevance to our work and supply chain risks. By increasing awareness, Landscapers Gipsyhill aims to create a workplace culture where concerns are recognised early and addressed promptly.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone connected with our business to report concerns about exploitation, unsafe recruitment, or unethical labour practices. Reports can be raised through internal management channels, and all concerns are handled with discretion and care. Confidential reporting is important because workers must feel safe to speak up without fear of retaliation. Allegations are reviewed promptly, and where necessary, we work with relevant parties to investigate and resolve the issue in line with our policies and legal duties.

Our commitment is supported by regular monitoring of operations, supplier performance, and procurement decisions. We evaluate risks not only at the start of a relationship but throughout its life cycle. Where appropriate, we ask for evidence of worker age checks, pay records, right-to-work controls, and subcontractor oversight. This proactive approach helps Landscapers Gipsyhill reduce vulnerability and demonstrate accountability across its landscaping activities.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

Landscapers Gipsyhill reviews this statement annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with best practice. The review considers changes in legislation, business structure, supplier risk, and feedback from internal audits or investigations. We also assess whether training, due diligence, and reporting arrangements are working as intended. Where improvements are needed, we update our controls and reinforce expectations across the business.

We believe that responsible landscaping means more than creating attractive outdoor spaces; it means protecting dignity, fairness, and lawful working conditions for everyone involved. Through our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, reporting channels, and annual review process, Landscapers Gipsyhill remains committed to preventing modern slavery and promoting ethical practice in all that we do.