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Modern Slavery Statement for Garden Clearance Yiewsley

Garden Clearance Yiewsley is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across our yard work, clearance services and supply chains. We recognise the risk that labour exploitation can present in manual outdoor work and clearance sectors, and we commit to ethical sourcing and responsible employment practices. Our aim is to ensure that every worker associated with the company is treated with dignity and fairness and that our Yiewsley garden clearance activities never contribute to exploitation. We will not tolerate any form of modern slavery.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a clear and enforceable zero-tolerance policy toward forced labour, bonded labour, exploitative working conditions and human trafficking. All employees, contractors and sub-contractors engaged in garden-clearance Yiewsley projects must comply with our standards. We require proof of lawful right to work for all new hires, maintain transparent pay practices, and insist on safe working hours and conditions. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious disciplinary matter and will result in termination and, where appropriate, referral to enforcement authorities.

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Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

As part of our supplier management for garden clearance in Yiewsley, we conduct rigorous supplier audits and due diligence. Our supplier audit programme includes:

Verification of employment records and rights-to-work checks;
On-site inspections and interviews with workers where practicable;
Review of labour subcontracting arrangements and chains of supply;
Assessment of wage and hour practices, health and safety compliance, and accommodation provided by labour suppliers;
Contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery obligations and the right to audit.

We prioritise suppliers after a risk assessment that considers geography, subcontracting complexity and the type of services provided. For higher-risk suppliers, we increase audit frequency and require corrective action plans when issues are identified. Our procurement team maintains records of checks, corrective actions and follow-up audits to ensure continuous improvement across the supply chain for our garden clearance Yiewsley projects.

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Reporting Channels and Protection for Whistleblowers

Garden Clearance Yiewsley provides clear reporting channels for any concerns about exploitation, suspected trafficking or breaches of our policies. Workers, contractors and members of the public can report concerns through internal reporting mechanisms or via the confidential whistleblowing process available to staff. We ensure reports are handled sensitively and promptly, with protections in place to prevent retaliation. All reports are investigated by senior management, and where necessary we will involve external authorities. We also encourage suppliers to support anonymous reporting and to protect whistleblowers within their own organisations.

Training session on modern slavery awareness for staff

Training, Recruitment and Contractual Measures

We deliver regular training to staff and contractors involved in recruitment, procurement and site supervision to increase awareness of modern slavery risks and detection methods. Recruitment practices for our Yiewsley garden clearance teams include vetting of labour providers, clear written contracts in English and, where required, translated versions, and transparent documentation of pay and working conditions. We insert contractual clauses in procurement agreements requiring compliance with anti-slavery standards and the right to terminate contracts for non-compliance. Suppliers are expected to demonstrate continuous compliance through records, audits and corrective measures.

Board meeting reviewing annual modern slavery risk assessment

Monitoring, Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We will monitor performance through regular reporting on audit outcomes, remediation progress and training completion. Our board and senior management receive periodic updates on modern slavery risks and actions. An annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement is conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of our approach, to incorporate lessons learned from supplier audits and incident investigations, and to set priorities for the coming year. We will update policies, strengthen controls and improve supplier oversight based on findings from these reviews. Garden Clearance Yiewsley remains committed to transparency: this statement and our ongoing activities reflect a practical, measurable plan to combat modern slavery in our operations and across the supply chain.