Gardener Norwood Modern Slavery Statement
Gardener Norwood publishes this modern slavery statement to affirm our unwavering commitment to combatting forced labour, human trafficking and other forms of modern slavery across our operations and supply chains. We adopt a zero-tolerance approach and expect all stakeholders to uphold the highest standards of ethical behaviour. This anti-slavery statement explains our policies, due diligence, and the practical steps we take to prevent, detect and respond to slavery and human trafficking risks.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
Gardener Norwood operates a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery. All employees, contractors and suppliers are required to comply with our slavery and human trafficking statement principles. We make it clear in our contracts and procurement terms that exploitation, coercion, withholding of wages, or deceptive recruitment practices will result in remedial action including termination of relationships. Our corporate values emphasise respect for human rights, transparency and accountability.
Scope and Responsibilities
Our modern slavery policy covers all business units and tiers of supply. Senior leadership, including the board and executive team, are responsible for oversight of the slavery prevention programme. Operational managers implement controls and report concerns. Employees must complete training modules and sign up to the anti-slavery policy embedded in our code of conduct.Supplier Due Diligence and Supplier Audits
We maintain a robust supplier due diligence framework to identify and mitigate risks. Our approach includes:- Risk-based assessments of supplier regions, sectors and labour practices;
- Mandatory supplier self-assessments and commitments to our anti-slavery terms;
- Periodic on-site and remote supplier audits to validate compliance;
- Corrective action plans where non-compliance is found, followed by verification checks.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We provide multiple, secure reporting channels for concerns about forced labour or trafficking. Employees and third parties can report issues anonymously through our internal hotline, designated ethics email (handled by the compliance team) and through confidential discussion with HR or line managers. We protect whistleblowers and prohibit retaliation. Reports are investigated promptly and impartially, and where appropriate we work with authorities and NGOs to ensure victims receive support and remediation.To strengthen transparency, we keep records of investigations and outcomes and use anonymised case studies internally to drive continuous improvement. We insist that our key suppliers maintain equivalent reporting mechanisms and cooperate fully with investigations.
Training, Contracts and Continuous Monitoring
We provide regular training for procurement, HR and front-line staff on recognising modern slavery indicators and the correct reporting procedures. All supplier contracts include modern slavery clauses, rights to audit and termination rights for breaches. Our compliance team performs ongoing monitoring using data analytics, audit findings and supplier performance metrics to identify emerging risks.
Annual Review and Governance
Gardener Norwood conducts an annual review of this slavery and human trafficking statement and associated policies. The review examines audit outcomes, training completion rates, reported incidents, remediation progress and evolving risk profiles. Findings are reported to senior leadership and the board, and policy updates are approved to ensure continuous effectiveness. We pledge to update our modern slavery policy as needed and publicise material changes annually.