Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Clearance Chessington

Garden Clearance Chessington maintains a firm, zero-tolerance policy against modern slavery and human trafficking across all operations. As a local provider of garden clearance and recycling services, our commitment to ethical labour practices is central to how we operate. This statement explains the steps we take to identify, prevent and remedy modern slavery risks in our supply chains and our own workforce. We refer to our work as garden clearance in Chessington and elsewhere, and we commit to integrity across every job.

We recognize that modern slavery can occur in many forms including forced labour, unlawful deductions and deceptive recruitment. Our policy applies to all personnel, contractors and partners engaged in any aspect of Chessington garden clearance. All employees receive training that explains the signs of exploitation and the expectations of conduct that flow from our zero tolerance approach. Any violation is treated seriously and may result in termination of employment or contract.

Supplier Standards and Due Diligence

We require suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery laws and our ethical sourcing requirements. We conduct due diligence on new suppliers of equipment, waste disposal and labour services for garden clearances Chessington wide, including checks on recruitment processes, working hours, and pay practices. Our selection criteria favor suppliers who can demonstrate robust policies and effective enforcement.

To verify compliance, we operate a program of supplier audits and assessments. These audits include document reviews, site visits and interviews with workers where appropriate. Audits are risk-based: higher-risk categories such as temporary labour suppliers receive more frequent scrutiny. We reserve the right to require corrective action plans and to suspend or terminate contracts when suppliers fail to address confirmed breaches.

Audit Focus Areas

• Recruitment practices: ensuring no fees are charged to workers and that contracts are clear.
• Working conditions: verifying legal working hours, breaks and safe environments.
• Wage checks: ensuring lawful and timely pay for all staff engaged on garden clearance projects.
• Record keeping: maintaining transparent payroll and identity verification records.

Where audits identify non-compliance, our approach is corrective rather than solely punitive: we support remediation, monitor implementation and escalate as necessary. Persistent failures lead to contract termination and, where appropriate, referral to enforcement authorities. Our goal is to protect vulnerable workers and uphold standards within the wider garden clearance sector.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for staff, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about potential slavery or trafficking. Reports can be made to a designated compliance officer, through anonymous reporting mechanisms or via an independent whistleblowing route. All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly by trained personnel.

Victim support is an integral part of our response. Where exploitation is suspected, we act to secure the safety of affected individuals, cooperate with relevant authorities and provide appropriate support measures. Our approach is victim-centred, prioritizing safety, dignity and recovery while the matter is addressed.

Governance and Annual Review

Our board and senior management oversee implementation of this policy. We perform an annual review of our modern slavery risk profile and the effectiveness of mitigation measures across our garden clearance activities in Chessington and surrounding areas. This includes reviewing supplier audit outcomes, training completion rates and any incidents recorded through reporting channels.

Following each annual review we update policies, refine due diligence procedures and communicate improvements to staff and partners. We are committed to continuous improvement and transparency: the outcomes of our reviews are used to set targets for the following year, strengthen supplier engagement and enhance worker protections across the board.

By embedding these measures into daily operations, Garden Clearance - Chessington strives to mitigate slavery risks and to act with accountability and compassion. We expect the same high standards from companies we partner with, and we will work collaboratively to eliminate exploitation from our sector.

This statement applies to our current financial year and will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective and responsive to emerging risks in the garden clearance industry. We reaffirm our commitment to ethical labour practices across every clearance, removal and green waste service we deliver.