Modern Slavery Statement for Landscapers Sanderstead

Landscapers Sanderstead is committed to conducting all aspects of its business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that landscaping can involve labour-intensive work, seasonal staffing, and outsourced materials, which can increase exposure to modern slavery risks if not actively managed.

Our position is clear: we have zero tolerance for any form of modern slavery. This applies to our employees, agency workers, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. We expect everyone connected with Landscapers Sanderstead to uphold the same standards. Any breach of this expectation may result in termination of business relationships, disciplinary action, or referral to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

To support this commitment, we carry out risk-based due diligence across our operations and purchasing decisions. We assess labour arrangements, working hours, wage practices, and supplier conduct to identify potential vulnerabilities. As part of this approach, our procurement team reviews supplier records, ethical policies, and workforce practices before engagement and during ongoing relationships.

We require suppliers to demonstrate compliance with labour laws and ethical employment standards. Supplier audits are an important part of our control framework, and we may conduct site visits, document checks, or third-party reviews where necessary. These audits help us verify that workers are recruited fairly, paid correctly, and free to leave employment without coercion or intimidation.

Contracts with suppliers include clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery principles. If concerns are identified, we work with the supplier to address them promptly. However, where improvement is not forthcoming, we will not hesitate to suspend orders or end the relationship. This firm approach helps protect workers and reinforces the expectations placed on everyone in our chain.

We also recognise the importance of training and awareness. Staff involved in recruitment, purchasing, supervision, and subcontractor management receive guidance on recognising warning signs, such as withheld passports, restricted movement, debt bondage, or unexplained wage deductions. Through this training, landscaping business ethics are embedded into everyday decision-making.

Reporting concerns is central to our safeguarding approach. We encourage workers, suppliers, and third parties to raise concerns as soon as possible if they suspect exploitation or unsafe labour practices. Reports can be made through internal management channels, and all disclosures are handled seriously, sensitively, and without prejudice.

Anyone raising a concern in good faith will be protected from retaliation. We understand that fear and vulnerability can prevent people from speaking up, so we aim to create a culture where issues are identified early and investigated fairly. Where appropriate, concerns may be escalated to external experts or enforcement bodies to ensure proper action is taken.

Our reporting process supports confidentiality and, where requested, anonymity. We maintain records of all concerns, outcomes, and corrective actions to improve future prevention. This not only protects individuals but also strengthens our wider compliance framework and helps us monitor trends across the business.

Landscapers Sanderstead reviews this statement and its associated controls annually to ensure they remain effective and relevant. The annual review considers changes in legislation, supply chain risk, staff training needs, audit results, and any reported incidents. This process allows us to strengthen our response and refine our procedures over time.

In the year ahead, we will continue to improve supplier oversight, expand awareness among key staff, and test the effectiveness of our reporting channels. We are committed to building long-term relationships only with organisations that share our values and operate responsibly. By maintaining consistent checks and clear accountability, we aim to reduce risk and promote fair treatment throughout the supply chain.

Modern slavery has no place in landscape services, and we will continue to take practical steps to prevent it. Through our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and annual review cycle, Landscapers Sanderstead remains focused on ethical conduct, worker protection, and responsible business practice.