Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Clearance London

Garden Clearance London is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, human trafficking or exploitation and require the same high standards from partners engaged in garden clearance services in London and surrounding areas.

Our commitment and scope

We recognise our responsibility to ensure that the people who work for us and with us are treated with dignity. This statement applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged by Garden Clearance London and to our broader network of subcontractors used for house clearance and garden removal projects. We expect every supplier in the garden clearance london sector to adhere to our principles and we will not tolerate non-compliance.

Zero-tolerance policy

We have a clear and enforceable zero-tolerance stance: any evidence of modern slavery in our operations or in those of our suppliers will result in immediate action, which may include contract termination and referral to appropriate authorities. The policy is embedded in contracts and procurement procedures for the London garden clearance market, and is supported by training for staff who manage field operations.

We undertake robust supplier due diligence and regular supplier audits to identify and address risks. Our supplier assessment for garden-clearance London partners includes checks on labour practices, documentary evidence of worker eligibility, and review of subcontracting arrangements. Where risks are identified we will implement remediation plans and escalate repeated or serious breaches for termination.

Supplier audits include periodic on-site visits, remote compliance questionnaires and the review of payroll and working-hour records where appropriate. Audit activities are prioritised based on risk factors such as geographic location, the nature of work (manual clearance, waste handling) and the size of the supplier. Our procurement team keeps a risk register and updates mitigation measures regularly.

We maintain clear contractual clauses that require suppliers to comply with anti-slavery laws and permit unannounced audits. Our expectations for London garden clearance contractors are set out in supplier codes of conduct, and failure to meet these expectations triggers corrective actions. We also require that all subcontractors follow the same standards.

Reporting channels and protections

Garden Clearance London provides multiple reporting channels for concerns about exploitation, including internal reporting lines and anonymous whistleblowing options. All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and ensure confidentiality where requested. Employees and partners are encouraged to report suspected incidents through established channels so that we can respond quickly and effectively.

We will support any affected individuals and, where appropriate, work with local authorities and NGOs to provide remediation. Our approach balances investigation, victim support and, when necessary, cooperation with enforcement agencies. Training is provided to staff and operational managers to help them recognise signs of forced labour during garden clearance and estate clean-up assignments.

Annual review and continuous improvement

Garden Clearance London conducts an annual review of our modern slavery risk assessment, policies and supplier audit outcomes. The review evaluates the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, updates the risk register, and defines action plans for the coming year. Results are used to enhance training, refine supplier selection processes and strengthen safeguards across the London garden clearance network. We are committed to continuous improvement and to ensuring that our operations and supply chains remain free from exploitation.