Modern Slavery Statement for Gardeners Grove Park
Gardeners Grove Park is committed to conducting every part of its operations with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps taken to prevent forced labor, human trafficking, debt bondage, and other forms of exploitation within our activities and supply chains. We recognise that responsible stewardship of Gardeners Grove Park includes more than environmental care; it also requires ethical oversight of the people and organisations that help deliver our services.
Our zero-tolerance policy is the foundation of our approach. No form of modern slavery is acceptable in our organisation, whether in direct employment, subcontracted work, or the wider network of suppliers and service providers. We expect all personnel and partners associated with the Park to share this commitment and to act in accordance with relevant labour, safeguarding, and human rights standards.
To support this commitment, Gardeners Grove Park applies risk-based due diligence when selecting and reviewing suppliers. We assess sectors, geographies, and labour practices that may present a higher risk of exploitation. New suppliers are required to confirm compliance with our ethical standards, and ongoing relationships are monitored for signs of non-compliance, including unsafe work, withholding of wages, or restricted worker movement.
Supplier audits are an important part of our control framework. Audits may include document checks, labour practice reviews, site visits, and follow-up action plans where concerns are identified. Where appropriate, we request evidence of age verification, right-to-work checks, grievance procedures, and training records. If a supplier fails to meet our expectations, we will seek corrective action promptly and may suspend or end the relationship if necessary.
Reporting channels are available so that concerns can be raised quickly and safely. Anyone who suspects a breach of this statement can report it through established internal processes, and concerns are treated seriously and confidentially. We encourage workers, contractors, and suppliers to speak up if they see warning signs such as coercion, intimidation, document retention, or recruitment fee abuse. Retaliation against whistleblowers is not tolerated.
To strengthen awareness, Gardeners Grove Park promotes training and clear internal accountability. Managers and relevant staff receive guidance on identifying indicators of modern slavery and understanding escalation procedures. This helps embed a culture where ethical conduct is expected, and where Gardeners Grove Park remains alert to risks across procurement, maintenance, cleaning, security, and other operational functions.
This statement is reviewed on an annual basis to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legislation and best practice. During each review, we consider audit results, supplier performance, reported concerns, and any changes in operational risk. Where improvements are needed, we update controls, strengthen checks, and refine our approach to supplier management.
Modern slavery can be hidden and complex, so continuous vigilance is essential. By maintaining a zero-tolerance position, carrying out supplier audits, supporting safe reporting channels, and completing an annual review, Gardeners Grove Park aims to reduce risk and uphold ethical standards throughout its operations.
We will continue to work with suppliers and stakeholders who demonstrate a genuine commitment to fairness, transparency, and lawful employment. This modern slavery statement reflects our determination to protect vulnerable people and to ensure that all work connected to the Park is carried out responsibly, respectfully, and without exploitation.