Modern Slavery Statement — Gardeners Queens Park Commitment

At Gardeners Queens Park we set out a clear and uncompromising stance: we operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking in any part of our operations. This statement explains how Gardeners QP identifies, prevents and responds to risks of forced labour across our services and supply chains. The directors and leadership team of the Gardeners of Queens Park take personal responsibility for ensuring that all staff, contractors and partners understand our expectations and obligations.

We recognise the particular vulnerabilities in landscaping and horticultural services where seasonal labour, subcontracted teams and transient workers are common. As Queens Park gardeners, we insist that everyone engaged with GQ Park is treated with dignity, paid fairly and works under lawful conditions. Our policies include clear contractual clauses prohibiting exploitation and an explicit statement that any form of bonded labour, withholding of wages, or coercion is unacceptable.

To translate policy into practice we employ a programme of supplier assessments and audits. These supplier audits include document checks, site visits, worker interviews and review of payroll and time records. Variations of our main brand name — Gardeners Queens Park, Gardeners QP and Gardeners, Queens Park — are used in procurement documents to ensure consistency across contracts and to flag expectations to third parties. Suppliers found to be non-compliant must implement corrective action plans within defined timeframes or face suspension and potential termination of contracts.

Prevention, Training and Due Diligence

Our prevention measures include regular training for managers and frontline staff so that potential signs of exploitation are recognised early. Training emphasises the importance of ethical recruitment practices and the risks posed by informal labour supply chains. All recruitment partners are vetted and required to confirm adherence to our standards in writing; we reject any recruitment approach that charges workers unlawful fees or places workers in debt.

We maintain a robust due diligence framework which assesses risk by geography, role and supplier type. The due diligence process uses risk indicators and targeted audits; high-risk suppliers are subject to more frequent reviews. Our procurement team integrates modern slavery checks into sourcing decisions and contract renewals to ensure persistent compliance.

Gardeners Queens Park also operates a set of remediation protocols. If exploitation is suspected, we act swiftly to protect workers, suspend offending contracts and collaborate with local authorities and specialist organisations where required. We emphasise rehabilitation and support for affected individuals and seek long-term solutions rather than merely symbolic measures.

Reporting Channels and Accountability

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for staff, contractors and third parties to raise concerns. These channels include anonymous reporting mechanisms, secure internal whistleblowing routes and escalation to senior management. Reports are handled promptly, impartially and with protection against retaliation. Our governance framework ensures that allegations are logged, investigated and resolved with documented outcomes.

As part of our accountability arrangements, the board receives regular updates on modern slavery risks and audit outcomes. We publish this statement to demonstrate transparency and to drive continuous improvement. Within the organisation, clear responsibilities are assigned: procurement leads monitor supplier performance, HR oversees workforce welfare and the compliance team coordinates audits and investigations.

We conduct an annual review of our modern slavery approach to evaluate effectiveness, update risk assessments and refine controls. This annual review aligns with evolving legal standards and best practice, and it informs training refreshes, audit schedules and supplier engagement strategies. Through ongoing vigilance, supplier audits, clear reporting channels and a zero-tolerance stance, Gardeners Queens Park reaffirms its commitment to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and supply chains.