Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Soho
Garden Maintenance Soho declares a firm commitment to the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our landscaping and maintenance activity. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, exploitation or human trafficking across our organisation and in our supply chain. This statement describes how our Soho garden maintenance teams and contractors are required to comply with ethical labour standards and the measures we use to prevent abuse.
Our approach to responsible gardening and garden maintenance in Soho is built on clear leadership, staff training and robust procurement practices. We expect every colleague and partner to act with integrity and to follow our policies that promote dignity at work. Garden Maintenance Soho services are delivered only when labour practices meet our expectations for lawful pay, voluntary employment and safe conditions.
As part of our commitment to eradicate modern slavery, we set out specific controls that apply to all areas of our operations. Our obligations include screening recruitment agencies, requiring contractual commitments from suppliers, and verifying that temporary workers are engaged freely. Soho garden maintenance operations are therefore monitored to reduce the risk of hidden exploitation.
Key Policies and Enforcement
We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy which states that any instance of modern slavery or forced labour will result in immediate action, including termination of contracts and referral to appropriate authorities. This policy is embedded into staff handbooks and contractor agreements and reinforced through regular communications. Our managers are empowered to act swiftly where concerns arise.
Supplier audits and due diligence form a central pillar of our prevention strategy. We carry out risk-based checks on suppliers, and those identified as higher risk are subject to enhanced scrutiny. Our audit process includes documentary review, on-site checks where appropriate, and interviews to confirm working conditions. The list of audit checkpoints includes:
- Verification of payroll and wage records to confirm lawful pay;
- Inspection of contracts and recruitment practices to detect coercion;
- Assessment of working hours, health and safety compliance;
- Confirmation of freedom of movement and voluntary employment.
We also maintain procurement criteria that give preference to suppliers who demonstrate strong labour standards, transparent employment records, and clear anti-slavery policies. Contracts include clauses permitting audit, remediation plans and termination where unacceptable practices are discovered.
Reporting Channels and Support
Reporting channels are made available to staff, contractors and third parties who wish to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. We provide multiple confidential avenues for reporting, and we ensure reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly. Reports can be made internally via managers or designated compliance contacts and are handled without retaliation. Those raising issues will be protected and supported throughout the investigation process.
We promote a culture where workers can speak up. Training is delivered to frontline teams — especially those engaged in physical maintenance and landscaping — so they can recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to report. We use whistleblowing procedures and case management protocols to ensure concerns are escalated and resolved.
Finally, Garden Maintenance Soho will conduct an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our associated policies. The review assesses the effectiveness of supplier audits, reporting mechanisms, training uptake and remediation outcomes. Findings will inform ongoing improvement measures and risk mitigation activities to ensure our Soho landscaping and garden care operations remain free from modern slavery.