Modern Slavery Statement for Landscaping Woodgreen
Landscaping Woodgreen is committed to conducting business ethically and responsibly. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and other forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that these abuses can affect many sectors, including landscaping, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines human dignity.
Our approach is guided by respect, transparency, and accountability. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to act in line with our values. Landscaping Woodgreen will not knowingly work with any party that benefits from, conceals, or ignores slavery-related risks. In line with this position, we set clear standards for recruitment, labour use, working conditions, and supplier conduct.
We assess modern slavery risks across our activities, especially where temporary labour, subcontracting, seasonal work, or imported materials may be involved. Landscaping Woodgreen reviews recruitment practices to ensure no worker pays fees that lead to debt bondage or coercion. We also monitor the use of labour providers to confirm that workers are employed voluntarily, understand their terms, and are treated fairly.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
Supplier integrity is a central part of our landscaping modern slavery statement. Before entering into new relationships, we expect suppliers to confirm compliance with labour laws and ethical employment standards. Our due diligence may include reviewing policies, requesting workforce information, and checking evidence of safe and lawful recruitment.
Where risks are identified, supplier audits are used to verify conditions and improve assurance. These audits may be scheduled or unannounced, depending on the nature of the relationship and the level of risk. We look for signs of coercion, document retention, excessive overtime, restricted movement, unsafe accommodation, or any other indicator of exploitation. If shortcomings are found, suppliers are required to implement corrective actions within agreed timeframes.
Failure to meet our expectations may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship. Landscaping Woodgreen believes that meaningful oversight of the supply chain is essential to reducing exposure to modern slavery and ensuring that our landscaping services are delivered responsibly.
Reporting Channels and Speak-Up Culture
We encourage everyone connected with our business to report concerns in good faith. This includes employees, agency workers, subcontractors, and suppliers. Reporting channels are available for suspected abuse, unsafe labour practices, or any sign that a worker may be under threat, control, or exploitation. Concerns are treated seriously, reviewed promptly, and handled with discretion.
Landscaping Woodgreen does not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern. Our reporting process supports a safe and respectful workplace, allowing issues to be identified early and addressed appropriately. When needed, we will work with relevant parties to protect affected individuals and to reduce the risk of further harm.
Managers and supervisors receive guidance on recognising warning signs and escalating concerns. This helps ensure that our commitment to ethical landscaping operations is not limited to policy alone, but embedded in day-to-day practice.
Training, Accountability, and Annual Review
We provide appropriate training so that key staff understand how modern slavery can appear in labour supply chains and project delivery. Training covers risk indicators, supplier oversight, and how to respond if concerns arise. Awareness is an important safeguard, particularly in environments where multiple contractors or labour arrangements are involved.
Accountability for this statement sits with senior management, who review progress and ensure actions are followed through. Records of risk assessments, supplier reviews, and corrective measures are retained to support ongoing oversight. We aim to strengthen our controls each year and improve our understanding of emerging risks.
This Modern Slavery Statement for Landscaping Woodgreen is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with our business activities. The annual review considers incidents, audit findings, changes in the law, and developments in our supply chain. Where necessary, we update our procedures, strengthen our due diligence, and refine our reporting and training processes. Through continuous review, Landscaping Woodgreen reaffirms its commitment to ethical business and the prevention of modern slavery in all its forms.
