Gardener Limehouse Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Limehouse publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to affirm our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking across all operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach to identifying, preventing and mitigating the risks of slavery, forced labour and exploitation in the business and with suppliers. It explains our policies, due diligence, reporting channels and the annual review process that underpin our anti-slavery efforts.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Position

We have a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of slavery and human trafficking. Gardener Limehouse will not tolerate any practice that constitutes modern slavery or exploitation in our workforce or supplier network. All employees, contractors and partners are obliged to comply with this policy, and breaches will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of contracts and referral to the appropriate authorities. We make clear that the eradication of slavery and trafficking is a fundamental priority.

Governance and Leadership

Strong leadership and clear responsibilities drive our anti-slavery action. Senior management owns the modern slavery programme, and a designated compliance lead coordinates risk assessments, supplier engagement and training. We adopt a risk-based approach to the modern slavery statement implementation, focusing resources where the potential for exploitation is greatest.

Supply Chain Controls and Supplier Audits

Our procurement and supplier management policies require that all suppliers meet Gardener Limehouse standards concerning forced labour, worker rights and safe working conditions. Supplier due diligence includes:

• Pre-contract screening and risk assessment of new suppliers;
• Regular on-site and remote supplier audits to verify labour practices;
• Contract clauses requiring adherence to anti-slavery obligations and the right to audit;
• Corrective action plans where non-compliance is found.

These supplier audits are central to our strategy to detect and address potential modern slavery risks in the supply chain.

Due Diligence, Training and Continuous Monitoring

We conduct periodic due diligence on high-risk categories and regions, using both internal audit teams and independent third-party assessors. Employees and procurement teams receive targeted training on identifying signs of exploitation, reporting concerns and enforcing supplier standards. Our monitoring combines audit findings, worker interviews and documentation reviews to validate compliance with our anti-slavery commitments.

Remediation and Contractual Measures

Where issues are identified, Gardener Limehouse enforces remediation procedures that prioritise the safety and rights of affected workers. We require suppliers to implement corrective actions, and we will terminate relationships when suppliers consistently fail to address severe or systemic breaches of the anti-slavery policy. Transparency and accountability guide our remediation approach.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for workers, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery or related abuses. Reports can be made anonymously and are taken seriously. All reported concerns are investigated promptly and impartially, and appropriate measures are taken to protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Our reporting framework ensures that allegations of slavery and human trafficking are escalated to senior management for action.

Employee Roles and Investigations

Employees at every level are responsible for upholding our anti-slavery stance. When incidents or credible reports arise, we initiate investigations, implement interim protections for affected individuals and co-operate with law enforcement and regulators as required. We use investigation outcomes to strengthen policies, refine audits and enhance supplier oversight.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

Gardener Limehouse reviews this modern slavery statement and our anti-slavery measures at least annually to assess effectiveness and adapt to emerging risks. The annual review includes analysis of audit results, training completion rates, remediation outcomes and stakeholder feedback. Improvements are incorporated into procurement policies, training programmes and supplier audit scopes. We remain committed to continuous improvement in combatting modern slavery, and this statement will be updated to reflect our progress and evolving best practice. Our dedication to eliminating forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation remains unwavering.