Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Dalston

Our commitment

Gardening Dalston and its teams affirm a zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery and human trafficking. Gardening in Dalston operates on the principle that every worker engaged by Dalston Gardening businesses must be treated with dignity and respect. This statement sets out how Gardening Dalston Ltd identifies, prevents and responds to risks of forced labour, debt bondage, and other exploitative practices across our operations and supply chain.

We are committed to continuous improvement and vigilance. Our policies require that all staff, contractors and partners understand our standards and obligations. We will not tolerate any form of modern slavery, whether within direct employment, seasonal work, subcontracted crews, or through suppliers. This commitment applies to all areas of Gardening-Dalston activity and to every geographical location in which we operate.

To ensure accountability, the Board of Gardening Dalston formally endorses this statement and allocates resources to compliance, monitoring and remediation efforts. We have integrated anti-slavery expectations into our code of conduct, and our leadership takes responsibility for ensuring policies are embedded into daily operations.

Due diligence and supplier audits

Gardening Dalston carries out supplier audits and due diligence on high-risk suppliers and contractors. We maintain a risk-based programme that assesses suppliers on factors such as labour practices, recruitment methods and country risk. Audits combine documentary review, on-site inspection when practicable, and interviews with workers to verify conditions. Our approach to supplier management includes:

• Risk assessment: prioritising suppliers for review based on exposure and past concerns.
• Contracts: incorporating clear anti-slavery clauses and the right to audit.
• Remediation: requiring corrective action plans and following up until issues are resolved.

We expect all suppliers to comply with our standards and to cascade similar expectations down their supply chains. When audits uncover non-compliance, Dalston Gardening works with suppliers to remediate issues or, where remediation is not feasible, terminates relationships to protect workers.

Recruitment and employment practices are central to preventing exploitation. Gardening Dalston uses audited recruitment channels and prohibits charging recruitment fees to workers. Background checks, verification of right to work and clear employment contracts are standard practice. We provide training for hiring managers and operational staff so they can spot warning signs and act swiftly.

Reporting channels are in place to allow staff, suppliers and the public to raise concerns securely and anonymously. We operate internal reporting routes through managers and HR and maintain mechanisms for confidential escalation to senior compliance personnel. Reports are investigated promptly, and we protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Our reporting process includes:

• Anonymous reporting: multiple safe channels for disclosures.
• Investigation: impartial reviews with documented outcomes.
• Support: assistance and remediation for affected workers.

Training and awareness programmes are delivered across the business to ensure all employees and supervisors understand the signs of modern slavery and how to respond. We also provide targeted guidance for procurement teams and site managers responsible for supplier oversight. Our goal is proactive prevention rather than reactive remediation.

Gardening Dalston conducts an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and of the effectiveness of our policies and controls. The review includes an assessment of audit outcomes, reports received through our reporting channels, updates on remediation actions and evolving risk factors in the sectors where Dalston Gardening operates. Findings are reported to the Board and used to refine policy, training and supplier engagement.

The Board approves the annual plan for anti-slavery activity, including resources for supplier audits, training refreshers, and investigative capacity. If material issues are identified, we escalate and adjust priorities mid-year to ensure that critical risks are addressed without delay.

In summary, Gardening Dalston remains resolute in its responsibility to prevent modern slavery in its operations and supply chains. We publish this statement as part of our ongoing commitment to transparency, continuous improvement and the protection of fundamental human rights.