Gardener Shoreditch Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Shoreditch sets out this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our continued and unequivocal commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We adopt a zero-tolerance approach to any form of forced labour, exploitation or coercion and expect the same high standards from everyone we work with. This anti-slavery statement outlines our core principles, actions and ongoing commitments across the business.

Our policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers and partners. The modern slavery policy described here complements our existing employment and procurement policies and reflects applicable legal obligations, best practice and the expectations of our customers and stakeholders. We recognise that a slavery and human trafficking statement is not a one-time document but a living part of how Gardener Shoreditch operates.

We assess and manage supply chain risks through a combination of contractual standards and active supplier engagement. Key elements include:

• Supplier onboarding checks and risk-based due diligence;
• Regular supplier audits and site assessments where necessary;
• Contract clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery standards and the right to audit;
• Training for procurement and operations teams on identifying indicators of exploitation.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Expectations

Gardener Shoreditch maintains a zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery. This means any identified instance of forced labour, human trafficking or related exploitation within our business or supply chain will trigger immediate investigation and proportionate action, up to and including termination of contracts or employment. We require suppliers to adhere to our standards, demonstrate traceability of labour sources and cooperate with remediation efforts. Our procurement decisions incorporate social risk as a core factor.

Supplier audits form a central pillar of our prevention strategy. We use a risk-based audit schedule which prioritises higher-risk suppliers and geographical regions. Audits combine document reviews, worker interviews and site inspections. Findings are recorded, remediation plans agreed and follow-up audits conducted to verify corrective actions. We encourage transparency and collaborate with suppliers to build capacity to meet our standards.

We require contractual warranties covering compliance with anti-slavery provisions and reserve the right to conduct unannounced audits. Where non-compliance is found, we pursue practical remedies that prioritise victim support, while also applying commercial and contractual consequences for persistent breaches.

Reporting Channels, Governance and Annual Review

Gardener Shoreditch provides accessible reporting channels for concerns relating to modern slavery. Workers, suppliers and third parties are encouraged to raise issues through internal reporting mechanisms, anonymously where necessary. We operate a non-retaliation principle to protect those who report in good faith. Reports are investigated by our compliance team and escalated to senior management when required.

Our governance structure assigns clear responsibilities: senior leaders are accountable for policy enforcement, while procurement and HR lead due diligence and remediation. We maintain records of audits, investigations and corrective actions, and use key performance indicators to measure progress, such as the number of audits completed, instances of non-compliance identified and time to resolution.

An annual review of this anti-slavery statement is conducted to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement. The review considers changes in our operations, supply chain dynamics, audit outcomes and stakeholder feedback. Updates to policy, processes and training are implemented as necessary. Gardener Shoreditch remains committed to strong prevention, detection and response measures and to publishing timely reports on progress.

In conclusion, this modern slavery and human trafficking statement represents Gardener Shoreditch's robust approach to eradicating exploitation from our business and supply chains. We will continue to invest in supplier audits, transparent reporting channels, staff training and annual reviews to uphold our core values and legal obligations.