Gardening Peckham Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Gardening Peckham to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and other forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We publish this gardening peckham modern slavery statement to be transparent about the steps we take, reflecting a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and labour abuses. Our modern slavery declaration applies across all activities and to partners who work with us.
Our commitment to preventing exploitation
We have a clear zero-tolerance policy that is embedded in our organisational values. All staff, volunteers and contractors must comply with this policy. The Peckham gardening slavery statement is supported by senior leadership and is enforced through procurement, contracts and personnel practices. We believe that safeguarding human rights is integral to good gardening practice and community stewardship.
We maintain policies and procedures that require compliance with labour standards, rights to work, fair pay and safe working conditions. These measures include risk assessments for suppliers, background checks for recruitment agencies and mandatory training for staff on recognising signs of modern slavery. Our policies are reviewed routinely to reflect best practice and legal requirements.
Supplier audits and due diligence
Gardening Peckham conducts a risk-based programme of supplier assessments and supplier audits. We focus on higher-risk areas such as seasonal labour, manual maintenance services and provision of landscaping materials. Our supplier due diligence includes document checks, site visits and contractual clauses that require suppliers to adhere to anti-slavery standards.
Supplier audits include a combination of desktop reviews and in-person inspections when practical. We assess compliance against key indicators, including proof of wage records, working hour logs and right-to-work documentation. Where issues are identified, we require corrective action plans and follow-up audits until standards are met. Persistent non-compliance can result in termination of supply arrangements.
Key elements of our supplier audit process include:
- Verification of worker documentation and payroll records
- Risk-based site visits and interviews with workers
- Contractual obligations prohibiting forced labour and exploiting practices
- Follow-up actions and remediation plans for any breaches
Our reporting channels are designed to be accessible, confidential and safe. We provide internal reporting routes for staff and contractors, and we encourage suppliers to raise concerns when they see potential breaches. Reports are investigated promptly and proportionately, with support for affected individuals and appropriate remedial steps.
We offer multiple reporting options, including secure internal channels and an independent escalation process overseen by senior management. All reports are treated seriously and in confidence. We will not tolerate reprisals against anyone who raises concerns in good faith. Our whistleblowing approach reinforces the zero-tolerance stance and helps keep our operations free from exploitation.
Annual review and continuous improvement are central to the Gardening Peckham approach. Each year we publish a review of our anti-slavery actions, assess performance against targets and update our modern slavery policy. This annual review includes a summary of audits undertaken, training delivered, incidents investigated and measures implemented to strengthen due diligence and supplier engagement.
We use performance indicators to monitor progress, and we commit to ongoing staff training, improved procurement checks and collaborative engagement with partners to tackle modern slavery in the horticultural and landscaping sectors. This gardening peckham slavery policy is part of our long-term commitment to ethical operations and community care.
In conclusion, Gardening Peckham's modern slavery statement underscores our strong stance against exploitation. We will continue to refine our procedures, transparently report progress and take decisive action where issues arise. Our goal is to ensure that all who work with or for us do so with dignity, safety and fair treatment, in line with legal and ethical expectations.