Modern Slavery Statement for Landscapers Forest Gate

Landscapers Forest Gate is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with full respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the principles and practices we follow to help prevent forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, and other forms of exploitation across our operations and supply chain. We recognise that the landscaping sector can involve complex labour arrangements, seasonal workers, and multiple suppliers, which makes vigilance essential. For that reason, we apply a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery or human trafficking.

Our commitment applies to all employees, managers, subcontractors, and suppliers engaged in work associated with Landscapers Forest Gate. We expect every party acting on our behalf to uphold the same standards of fairness, dignity, and lawful employment. Any breach of this statement may result in immediate review, corrective action, or termination of the relationship. This approach reflects our belief that responsible landscaping must be built on safe working conditions, transparent recruitment, and ethical conduct at every stage.

We also require regular supplier audits to assess compliance and identify potential risks in labour practices. These audits may include checks on working hours, wage records, identity and age verification, subcontractor arrangements, and evidence of lawful right to work. Where concerns arise, we will request corrective action plans and monitor progress closely. Suppliers who fail to meet our standards may be suspended or removed from our approved list.

Our Policies and Governance

Landscapers Forest Gate maintains internal controls designed to reduce the risk of modern slavery in daily operations. These controls include workforce checks, procurement review procedures, and management oversight of high-risk arrangements. We seek to work only with reputable partners who can demonstrate ethical recruitment and fair treatment of workers. In addition, we encourage all staff involved in hiring, purchasing, and site management to remain alert to signs of coercion, restricted movement, document retention, or unexplained dependence on third parties.

Reporting channels are essential to our safeguarding approach. Anyone who suspects misconduct may raise concerns through internal management routes or designated reporting mechanisms. Reports may be made confidentially, and concerns will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. We do not tolerate retaliation against any person who raises a genuine concern in good faith. By promoting open reporting, we aim to create a culture where exploitation can be identified early and addressed decisively.

Training and awareness are also important parts of our response. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs, understanding supplier responsibilities, and knowing how to escalate concerns. We expect managers to lead by example and reinforce ethical decision-making across all projects. Our aim is not only to comply with legal requirements, but to embed a practical culture of respect throughout landscaping services in Forest Gate and beyond.

Supply Chain Responsibility and Review

Our supply chain includes materials, equipment, transport, and labour support, all of which may present varying levels of risk. To manage this effectively, we assess supplier relationships on an ongoing basis and prioritise transparency in procurement. Where suppliers operate in higher-risk areas or use temporary labour, we may seek additional evidence of compliance. This includes policy statements, training records, audit results, and confirmation of lawful employment practices. The objective is to ensure that every commercial relationship supports our ethical standards.

We are also committed to continuous improvement. Our modern slavery controls are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain effective and relevant to the scale and nature of our work. If an issue is identified, we will act proportionately and swiftly, focusing on remediation where possible and disengagement where necessary. We recognise that preventing exploitation is an ongoing responsibility requiring attention, discipline, and cooperation across the business.

Annual review is a core part of this statement. Each year, Landscapers Forest Gate will review its policies, risk assessments, supplier monitoring activities, and incident response procedures. The purpose of the review is to measure effectiveness, identify trends, and strengthen our safeguards against modern slavery. This statement will be updated as needed to reflect legal developments, operational changes, and lessons learned. Through regular review and decisive action, we reaffirm our commitment to lawful, ethical, and humane business practices.