Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Clearance Osterley

Garden Clearance Osterley affirms a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms. This statement sets out our commitments, governance, and the steps we take to prevent exploitation in our operations and supply chain. As a local provider of garden clearance services in Osterley and surrounding areas, we recognise the responsibility to ensure that every person involved in our business, including contractors and subcontractors, is treated with dignity and fairness.

Scope and Purpose

This modern slavery statement applies to Garden clearance in Osterley operations, subcontracted labour, and procurement activities. The policy covers direct employees, temporary workers, contractors, and suppliers that deliver materials, waste removal or landscaping services. We will not tolerate forced labour, debt bondage, involuntary servitude or the exploitation of vulnerable people under any circumstances, and we expect the same standards from our partners.

Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Our obligations align with applicable anti-slavery legislation and best practice. Management, supervisors and procurement teams are mandated to apply due diligence and to escalate suspected incidents immediately. Garden Clearance Osterley commits to transparent record-keeping and to cooperating fully with law enforcement where illegal activity is identified.

Supplier Expectations and Audits

We require all suppliers and subcontractors to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct, which explicitly forbids modern slavery. Supplier audits are conducted on a risk-based schedule, combining desktop reviews and on-site inspections. Audits assess recruitment practices, wage and hour records, working conditions, and the use of intermediaries. Persistent non-compliance triggers corrective action plans and may result in termination of contracts.

Our procurement team screens new suppliers during onboarding and performs periodic reassessments. Where higher risk is identified — for example, in manual labour or seasonal work — we increase monitoring frequency. Training on modern slavery risks and recognition is delivered to staff involved in hiring and to site managers overseeing Osterley garden waste removal projects.

Internally, we maintain controls to monitor compliance: financial checks, personnel vetting, and documented authorisations for labour suppliers. We also keep detailed records of supplier audits and remediation actions. Supplier audits are a key mitigation tool; they are supported by contractual clauses that require suppliers to allow inspection and to remediate any breaches within agreed timeframes.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing To encourage reporting of concerns, we provide multiple safe channels for employees and third parties. Reports can be made through an internal reporting portal or directly to managers and compliance officers. All reports are treated confidentially, and retaliation against whistleblowers is strictly prohibited. Reporting channels are communicated regularly to staff and partners to ensure accessibility and awareness.

When a report is received, we investigate promptly using a fair and proportionate process. Investigations are documented and, where appropriate, we engage external specialists or law enforcement. If exploitation is confirmed, we prioritise victim safety, provide support and pursue remediation while holding perpetrators accountable. Remedial measures include termination of abusive contracts and supplier replacement where necessary.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement We undertake an annual review of this modern slavery statement and related policies to evaluate effectiveness and to identify opportunities for improvement. The review considers audit findings, incident reports, supplier performance, and evolving legal requirements. Changes are approved by senior management and implemented across the business to strengthen our anti-slavery framework. In addition, we commit to ongoing awareness-raising and collaboration with industry partners to share best practice.

Commitment and Transparency Garden Clearance Osterley, Osterley garden clearance teams and associated contractors remain committed to ethical operations. We will continue to publish this statement, update our controls and communicate expectations to all stakeholders. Transparency and vigilance are essential elements of our approach to eradicating modern slavery from our supply chain.

We expect every colleague and supplier to uphold these standards and to act immediately if they suspect abuse. Our combination of policy, supplier audits, clear reporting channels and an annual review process forms the backbone of our response to modern slavery and human trafficking risks.

Approval This statement is approved by senior leadership and will be reviewed at least once every 12 months. It reflects our enduring commitment to a workforce and supply chain free from coercion, exploitation and abuse.