Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Regents Park

Gardening Regents Park is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings. We have a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking in any form within our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery across gardening at Regents Park and related activities.

We recognise that gardening in Regent's Park involves a diverse workforce and many third-party providers. Our approach is preventative and proportionate: we assess risks, implement controls, and maintain clear expectations with suppliers and contractors. Our values demand that every worker is treated with dignity and respect.

As part of our commitment, Regents Park gardening operations include contractual clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws, regular supplier reviews, and evidence of lawful employment practices. We require suppliers to confirm they do not engage in modern slavery, and we reserve the right to terminate agreements where breaches are identified.

Policies, Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We maintain a robust anti-slavery policy that applies to all staff, contractors, and suppliers involved in gardening at Regents Park. Our procurement process incorporates risk-based due diligence: higher-risk suppliers are subject to enhanced checks including documentation review, site visits, and direct interviews with workers where feasible.

Supplier audits are a central part of our strategy. We conduct scheduled and unscheduled audits designed to verify working conditions, pay practices, hours, and recruitment processes. Audit findings drive corrective action plans and follow-up inspections. We use both in-person assessments and remote verification methods to ensure compliance.

We also include modern slavery clauses in contracts and require suppliers to maintain records demonstrating legal working status for employees. If audits or reports reveal non-compliance, we take swift action: remediation, contract suspension, or termination depending on the severity and willingness to remedy.

Reporting Channels, Training and Worker Support

We provide multiple safe reporting channels for staff and those within the supply chain to raise concerns about suspected exploitation. These channels are monitored and maintained to preserve confidentiality. Any report of modern slavery is treated seriously and investigated promptly.

To increase awareness, we deliver regular training for managers and procurement teams on recognising signs of modern slavery, conducting meaningful supplier audits, and responding to concerns. Training materials include scenario-based learning focused on real risks in landscaping and parks maintenance.

We actively encourage worker voice. Where risks are identified, we work with suppliers and relevant agencies to support affected individuals with appropriate remedies, which may include safe relocation, access to entitlements, and termination of exploitative practices. Worker welfare is a priority in all remediation actions.

Governance and Accountability

Senior leadership take ownership of our anti-slavery programme. Responsibilities include oversight of due diligence, approval of remediation plans, and ensuring adequate resources for compliance activities. Regular reports are provided to the board and governance committees to maintain transparency and drive continuous improvement.

Key performance measures include the number of supplier audits completed, corrective actions closed within agreed timescales, and the number of staff trained in modern slavery awareness. We maintain an internal register of higher-risk suppliers and monitor progress against action plans.

Our procurement and HR teams collaborate closely to ensure recruitment practices prevent labour exploitation, and our supplier selection criteria explicitly consider labour standards and compliance history.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

We review this Modern Slavery Statement annually to reflect changes in our activities, supply chains, and legal requirements. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of our risk assessments, supplier audits, reporting channels, and training programmes. Outcomes are used to refine policy, increase audit coverage where necessary, and enhance remediation frameworks.

We are committed to continuous improvement in preventing modern slavery across all aspects of Gardening Regents Park and related services. Through clear policies, rigorous supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and an annual review process, we aim to eradicate exploitation from our operations and the broader gardening community in Regents Park.

Approved statement: This document represents our ongoing commitment to combat modern slavery and is endorsed by senior management. We will continue to monitor, report, and act to ensure our work in Regents Park and beyond is free from exploitation.