Gardener Mayfair Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Mayfair is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement and anti-slavery policy sets out our approach, demonstrating a zero-tolerance position toward slavery, forced labor and human trafficking. We publish this declaration to be transparent about our responsibilities and to make clear the steps we are taking to identify, prevent and mitigate risks.

Scope and commitment: This anti-slavery statement covers Gardener Mayfair and all subsidiary activities under our control. Our modern slavery policy applies to employees, contractors and third-party suppliers. We are resolute: slavery will not be tolerated in any part of our business or supply chain.

Zero-tolerance policy and expectations

Our zero-tolerance policy means every part of the business is required to comply. Managers are accountable for ensuring hiring, procurement and supplier relationships align with our standards. All employees must report any concerns and will be supported where they raise issues in good faith. The company will take disciplinary action, up to and including termination, where modern slavery is discovered.

Supplier due diligence and audits

We conduct risk-based supplier audits and due diligence. Key measures include:

• Pre-engagement risk assessments and contractual anti-slavery clauses;
• Regular on-site and remote supplier audits focused on labor conditions;
• Corrective action plans and follow-up verification for any non-compliance.

Our supplier programme targets high-risk categories and geographies. We use a combination of documentation review, interviews and physical checks. Suppliers must demonstrate lawful employment practices, appropriate wage payment, freedom of movement and absence of forced labor. When audits identify issues, we require remediation and monitor progress closely.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

Gardener Mayfair operates multiple confidential reporting channels to encourage the safe raising of concerns. Employees, suppliers and third parties can report suspected slavery or human trafficking through internal reporting lines and anonymous channels. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and treat reports with strict confidentiality. All allegations are investigated promptly and thoroughly.

Investigation and remediation: Where modern slavery risks or instances are identified, we take immediate steps to protect victims, remediate harms and sanction responsible parties. Remediation may include worker restitution, supplier contract termination and engagement with relevant authorities and NGOs where appropriate.

Training and capacity building

We provide targeted training for procurement, HR and operational teams on the signs of modern slavery and how to manage supplier relationships ethically. Our training emphasises the Modern Slavery Declaration principles and equips staff to spot risks and act decisively.

Monitoring, metrics and continuous improvement

We maintain key performance indicators to monitor the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures, including the number of supplier audits completed, findings remediated, and training completion rates. These metrics inform ongoing improvements to our modern slavery policy and anti-human trafficking activities.

Annual review and governance

Our modern slavery and human trafficking statement is reviewed at least annually by senior leadership and the board. The annual review evaluates risk exposure, audit outcomes, remediation effectiveness and policy alignment. We update procedures and controls based on lessons learned and emerging best practice.

In conclusion, Gardener Mayfair's modern slavery statement, anti-slavery declaration and supplier engagement programme reflect our unwavering commitment to eradicating slavery and trafficking from our operations and supply chains. We will continue to strengthen controls, audit more effectively and ensure transparent reporting so that our values are realised in practice.