Modern Slavery Statement for Landscapers Dalston
Landscapers Dalston is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the landscaping sector can involve multiple labour arrangements, subcontracted work, and seasonal demand, which can increase risk. For that reason, our approach is built around a zero-tolerance policy, careful supplier oversight, and clear reporting routes for everyone involved in our work.
Our commitment applies to all areas of the business, including recruitment, procurement, site operations, and contractor management. We expect every employee, supplier, and subcontractor connected to Dalston landscaping services to uphold the same ethical standards. This statement reflects our ongoing efforts to identify risks, reduce exposure, and respond promptly where concerns arise.
We do not tolerate any form of modern slavery or exploitation. This means no forced labour, debt bondage, withheld wages, document retention, coercion, or abuse of vulnerability. All people engaged in Landscapers Dalston projects must be free to work voluntarily, leave employment lawfully, and receive fair treatment. Any breach of this policy may result in termination of contracts, removal from approved supplier lists, and referral to the appropriate authorities where required.
Supplier due diligence is central to our prevention strategy. Before working with new suppliers or subcontractors, we assess their labour practices, ownership structure, and recruitment methods. We look for evidence of lawful employment, appropriate age verification, and compliance with wage and working-time rules. Higher-risk relationships may receive enhanced scrutiny, including document checks and site-level verification. Existing suppliers may also be reviewed again if risk indicators emerge or if a project involves labour-intensive tasks.
Supplier audits help us monitor ongoing compliance. These audits may be scheduled or unannounced, depending on the assessed risk. During an audit, we may review worker records, payroll evidence, induction materials, and subcontracting arrangements. We also look for signs that workers understand their rights and are able to raise concerns without fear. Where issues are identified, we require corrective action with defined deadlines and, if necessary, suspend business activity until satisfactory improvements are made.
Recruitment practices are also reviewed to ensure that no worker pays fees for a job or is misled about the role, pay, or conditions. We seek to work only with organisations that share our values and can demonstrate responsible labour management. In this way, Dalston landscape contractors help reduce the risk that exploitation enters the supply chain through informal hiring or poor oversight.
We believe that modern slavery prevention depends on strong reporting channels. Employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any concern, whether it relates to recruitment, site conditions, wages, movement restrictions, or intimidation. Reports may be made through management, a designated safeguarding lead, or formal internal grievance procedures. All concerns are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as confidentially as possible. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited.
Training and awareness are essential parts of our approach. Relevant staff receive guidance on identifying risk indicators such as unusual control over workers, inconsistent identity documents, restricted access to accommodation, or signs of fear and dependency. Managers responsible for Dalston landscaping operations are expected to understand the warning signs and escalate concerns without delay. We also reinforce the importance of ethical procurement when choosing products, services, and labour providers.
This Statement is reviewed at least annually to confirm that it remains effective and aligned with current law, business activity, and emerging risk. The review considers audit outcomes, incident reports, supplier performance, training completion, and any changes to our operating model. Lessons learned are used to strengthen controls and improve accountability across the business.
The annual review may lead to updates in policy, additional supplier checks, refreshed staff training, or changes to reporting processes. We are committed to continuous improvement and to ensuring that Landscapers Dalston continues to operate transparently and responsibly. By maintaining a zero-tolerance stance, carrying out supplier audits, supporting open reporting channels, and conducting an annual review, we aim to play our part in preventing modern slavery in every area under our influence.
