Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Clearance Rotherhithe

Garden Clearance Rotherhithe is committed to a clear and enforceable position against modern slavery and human trafficking across all operations and services. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our policies, controls and ongoing measures to prevent, detect and remedy any form of forced labour in our supply chain or direct activities. Our Rotherhithe garden clearance teams and partners must adhere to the highest ethical standards at all times.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery. Every employee, subcontractor and supplier engaged in garden clearance in Rotherhithe is required to comply with statutory labour rights, minimum wage obligations and safe working conditions. Breaches of our standards will trigger disciplinary action, termination of relationships and, where necessary, referral to the appropriate authorities. We emphasise prevention through recruitment checks, contractual clauses and clear expectations for worker welfare.

Our approach to preventing exploitation integrates due diligence with practical safeguards across removal, clearance and waste handling services. The Rotherhithe clearance business undertakes risk assessments for all operational activities, mapping high-risk roles and sourcing locations. We require evidence of right-to-work checks, transparent payroll processes and legitimate invoicing from partners. This statement complements our broader corporate policy framework that reinforces ethical supply chain management.

Supplier Audits, Contracts and Compliance

We maintain an active supplier audit programme for all third parties who provide materials, labour or logistics to our garden clearance operations. Audits include documentation review, site visits where appropriate, and verification of employment records. Suppliers for Rotherhithe garden clearance services must accept contractual anti-slavery clauses that permit audit, corrective action and termination if standards are not met.

Our supplier due diligence includes a tiered assessment: initial screening, periodic review and targeted audits for higher-risk suppliers. The assessment evaluates recruitment practices, use of labour agencies, accommodation conditions if provided, and transparency of fees. If an audit identifies concerns, we implement a remediation plan with clear timelines and monitor progress until satisfactory resolution.

To reinforce standards we deliver training to staff and relevant partners on identifying signs of exploitation and correct reporting pathways. Rotherhithe garden clearance supervisors receive additional training on ethical procurement and how to manage incidents in accordance with our policies. This builds capability across the business and reduces the likelihood of hidden risks.

Reporting Channels, Remedies and Annual Review

We provide multiple secure reporting channels for concerns related to modern slavery. Employees, subcontractors and third parties can raise issues through confidential internal reporting mechanisms, or via designated senior compliance staff within the organisation. Reports are investigated promptly and sensitively, with protections for whistleblowers and safeguards to protect any affected workers.

Key elements of our response include:

• Immediate risk assessment and protective measures for at-risk individuals;
• Engagement with suppliers to rectify non-compliance;
• Escalation to law enforcement or regulatory bodies when criminal conduct is suspected.

These steps ensure quick, practical remedies while supporting long-term prevention in the local Rotherhithe clearance sector.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to measure effectiveness and to update our approach as new risks emerge. The annual review covers policy updates, audit results, training outcomes and any incidents and remedial actions taken. We monitor key performance indicators including number of audits completed, corrective actions implemented and training reach to ensure continuous improvement across our garden clearance offerings in Rotherhithe and surrounding areas.