Modern Slavery Statement for Landscaping Westminster

Landscaping Westminster is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and in full respect of human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that landscaping services can involve seasonal labour, subcontracting, and complex procurement, which may increase risk if not managed carefully. For that reason, we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery.

Our commitment applies to every part of the business, including direct employment, subcontracted work, and the purchase of materials and services. We expect all managers, employees, and business partners to act with integrity and to uphold the highest standards of conduct. Landscaping Westminster continuously reviews working practices to ensure that people are treated fairly, paid appropriately, and protected from coercion, abuse, or unsafe conditions.

Our Policy and Governance

The prevention of modern slavery is embedded in our governance framework. Senior leadership holds responsibility for ensuring compliance, promoting awareness, and responding promptly to concerns. Every person involved in our business has a duty to remain vigilant and to challenge suspicious behaviour. We do not tolerate debt bondage, withholding of identity documents, unlawful wage deductions, or any practice that restricts personal freedom.

To support our modern slavery prevention commitments, we require suppliers and subcontractors to meet our ethical standards. Supplier onboarding includes checks on employment practices, labour sourcing, and compliance with relevant legislation. Where appropriate, we ask for declarations confirming that workers are employed voluntarily and that age verification, right-to-work checks, and safe accommodation standards are properly maintained.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Supplier audits are an important part of our approach. We carry out risk-based reviews of key suppliers, especially those providing labour, materials, or services in higher-risk areas. These audits may include document reviews, site visits, worker welfare checks, and follow-up assessments where issues are identified. If a supplier fails to meet our expectations, we work with them to implement corrective action; however, repeated non-compliance may result in suspension or termination of the relationship.

We also monitor indicators that may suggest exploitation, such as unusual recruitment fees, lack of control over personal identification, restricted movement, or inconsistent wage records. By strengthening oversight across our supply chain, Landscaping Westminster aims to reduce risk and promote fair working conditions at every stage of delivery.

Reporting concerns is essential to our safeguarding approach. We provide clear internal reporting channels so that employees, contractors, and suppliers can raise concerns in confidence. Reports may be made to line managers, senior leadership, or designated safeguarding representatives, and all concerns are taken seriously. We do not permit retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern in good faith.

Where an allegation or risk is identified, it is investigated promptly and proportionately. If needed, we will escalate matters to relevant authorities and take immediate steps to protect affected individuals. Our landscaping Westminster teams are trained to recognise warning signs and to respond responsibly, ensuring that concerns are handled with discretion, urgency, and respect.

We also promote awareness through induction, refresher briefings, and management oversight. This helps staff understand what modern slavery looks like in practice and why ethical sourcing matters. In addition, our procurement decisions consider the likelihood of labour exploitation alongside quality, cost, and service performance.

We review this statement and our related controls annually to ensure they remain effective and relevant. The annual review considers risk changes, audit findings, reported concerns, training needs, and any new legal or operational requirements. Lessons learned are used to strengthen our procedures and improve accountability across the business.

Landscaping Westminster remains committed to continuous improvement, open reporting, and responsible supply chain management. Through our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, confidential reporting channels, and annual review process, we aim to help prevent modern slavery and support fair, lawful, and humane working practices throughout our operations.