Modern Slavery Statement for Landscapers Leyton

Landscapers Leyton is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to ensure that slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour have no place in our operations or supply chain. We recognise that landscaping services, like many labour-intensive industries, can face higher risks in sourcing materials, subcontracted work, and seasonal labour. For this reason, our approach is preventive, practical, and continuously monitored.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery. This applies to our employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in immediate termination of employment, contract review, or suspension of supplier relationships. Landscapers Leyton expects all business partners to uphold the same ethical standards and to act lawfully at all times.

To support this commitment, we require relevant staff to understand the signs of exploitation, including restricted movement, withheld wages, intimidation, and lack of personal freedom. Managers are responsible for maintaining safe working conditions and for reporting concerns without delay. Our procedures are designed to ensure that issues are addressed swiftly and respectfully, with the wellbeing of affected individuals as the first priority.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We take supplier risk seriously and apply a proportionate due diligence process before entering into new arrangements. As part of this process, Landscapers Leyton reviews supplier credentials, labour practices, and the origin of key materials where appropriate. Higher-risk suppliers may be subject to enhanced checks, including site visits, document reviews, and follow-up questions relating to worker treatment and recruitment practices.

Supplier audits are conducted on a regular basis and may be both scheduled and unannounced, depending on risk level and business context. During audits, we look for evidence of lawful employment, fair pay, safe accommodation where relevant, and the absence of coercion or deception. Where concerns are identified, we expect immediate corrective action and reserve the right to end the relationship if meaningful improvement is not achieved.

Reporting Channels and Safeguarding

We encourage everyone connected with our business to report concerns in good faith. Reports can be made through internal management routes and designated safeguarding channels, and all concerns are treated seriously and confidentially. Retaliation of any kind is not tolerated. Individuals who raise concerns honestly will be supported, and investigations will be handled with discretion and care. This reporting structure helps Landscapers Leyton identify risks early and respond before harm escalates.

We also promote awareness among our teams so that workers can recognise warning signs and understand their rights. Training and internal communications reinforce the importance of ethical conduct and make clear that modern slavery is incompatible with our values. Where necessary, we work with relevant authorities, industry bodies, or specialist organisations to support safe and lawful outcomes.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement and the measures supporting it are reviewed annually to ensure they remain effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal and operational requirements. The review considers audit findings, reported concerns, supply chain changes, and any lessons learned during the year. Improvements may include stronger supplier checks, updated training, or revised reporting procedures.

Landscapers Leyton is committed to continuous improvement in preventing modern slavery and protecting human dignity across every part of its work. We believe that ethical standards should be embedded in everyday practice, from procurement to service delivery. By maintaining a clear zero-tolerance stance, robust supplier audits, effective reporting channels, and an annual review process, we aim to uphold responsible business conduct and support a safer supply chain for all.