Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Eden Park

Gardeners Eden Park is committed to operating with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights across every part of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can appear in many forms, including hidden exploitation, and we maintain a clear zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines human dignity.

Our commitment applies to all employees, contractors, seasonal workers, and business partners. We expect the same high standards from all suppliers associated with Gardeners Eden Park, whether they provide materials, equipment, transport, or services. In line with our ethical responsibilities, we work to ensure that every Gardeners Eden Park modern slavery statement is backed by practical action, not only policy. This includes risk awareness, due diligence, and prompt intervention where concerns arise.

We assess risk across our operations by reviewing labour practices, recruitment methods, and the origin of goods and services. Particular attention is given to areas where workers may be vulnerable to coercion, deception, debt bondage, or restricted freedom. As part of our modern slavery policy, we require suppliers to confirm compliance with applicable labour laws and to maintain lawful, ethical employment conditions.

Supplier management is central to our approach. Supplier audits are conducted periodically and may be scheduled or unannounced depending on the level of risk identified. These audits examine documentation, employment records, pay practices, working hours, age verification procedures, and evidence of safe and voluntary working conditions. When issues are found, we require corrective action plans and follow-up reviews to confirm improvements.

Our procurement process also includes screening new suppliers before contracts are agreed. We ask suppliers to disclose the steps they take to identify and reduce the risk of exploitation within their own supply chains. Where a supplier cannot demonstrate adequate safeguards, Gardeners Eden Park may delay engagement, restrict business, or end the relationship entirely. This approach reinforces our zero-tolerance stance and helps protect people at every stage of the supply chain.

We also maintain multiple reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and promptly. Employees and workers may report suspected abuse, unsafe recruitment practices, document retention, intimidation, or any sign of forced labour through internal management routes and designated safeguarding procedures. Reports are treated seriously, handled discreetly, and investigated without retaliation. We encourage early reporting because timely action can prevent harm and support vulnerable individuals.

Training and awareness are important parts of our prevention strategy. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs, responding to concerns, and escalating issues appropriately. Managers involved in hiring, procurement, and supplier oversight are expected to understand the indicators of modern slavery and to act decisively when risks are identified. This strengthens the culture behind the Gardeners Eden Park modern slavery framework and ensures consistent decision-making.

We recognise that modern slavery risks can change over time. For that reason, we complete an annual review of this statement, our controls, and the effectiveness of our procedures. The review considers audit outcomes, supplier performance, reported concerns, policy changes, and emerging sector risks. Where improvements are needed, we update our processes and strengthen safeguards to reflect current best practice. This helps keep our Gardeners Eden Park slavery prevention approach relevant and effective.

Gardeners Eden Park remains fully committed to responsible business conduct and the protection of human rights. By combining a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, clear reporting channels, and annual review, we aim to prevent exploitation and promote ethical labour standards throughout our operations. This statement reflects our ongoing responsibility to act with diligence, transparency, and care in every relationship we manage.