Modern Slavery Statement for Landscapers Millbank

Landscapers Millbank is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the landscaping sector can involve complex labour arrangements, seasonal work, and multiple suppliers, so vigilance is essential. Our approach is built on zero tolerance, active due diligence, and ongoing improvement.

As a responsible employer and service provider, Landscapers Millbank expects the highest ethical standards from everyone who works with or for us. We require all staff, contractors, and suppliers to act lawfully and to respect the dignity of workers. This statement applies across our business activities, including procurement, subcontracting, and site operations, and is reviewed to ensure it remains effective and relevant.

Our zero-tolerance policy is clear: any form of modern slavery is unacceptable. We do not knowingly engage with any person or organisation involved in exploitation, coercion, withheld wages, debt bondage, or child labour. Where concerns arise, we investigate promptly and take appropriate action, which may include terminating relationships, notifying authorities, and strengthening controls to reduce future risk.

Supplier due diligence is central to our prevention strategy. Before appointing suppliers, Landscapers Millbank assesses their labour practices, ownership structure, and compliance history. We carry out supplier audits proportionate to risk, with higher scrutiny applied to labour-intensive services and higher-risk regions. Audits may include document checks, workforce interviews, right-to-work verification, and assessment of payment practices, accommodation standards, and subcontracting controls.

We also expect our suppliers to maintain clear records of worker identity, wages, hours, and recruitment methods. Contracts include ethical conduct requirements and permit us to request evidence of compliance at any time. If a supplier is unable to meet our standards, we will work with them to improve performance where possible; however, repeated or serious breaches will not be tolerated.

Training and awareness are equally important. Relevant managers and procurement personnel receive guidance on spotting warning signs such as restricted movement, unusual deductions, document retention, or a reluctance by workers to speak freely. This helps Landscapers Millbank identify risk early and respond appropriately, especially where temporary labour or subcontracting is involved.

Reporting channels are available so that concerns can be raised safely and without fear of retaliation. Employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any suspected abuse, unsafe labour practice, or unethical conduct through internal management routes and formal whistleblowing procedures. Reports are treated seriously, handled confidentially where possible, and investigated in a timely manner.

We are committed to protecting anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Retaliation, intimidation, or disadvantageous treatment because of a report will not be accepted. If a risk is identified, we will take corrective action, monitor the outcome, and review whether additional controls are required to protect workers and prevent recurrence.

Modern slavery risks are assessed across our operations on an ongoing basis, with attention to recruitment, payroll, subcontracting, and supplier relationships. We recognise that risks can change over time due to market conditions, labour shortages, or changes in business activity. For this reason, our controls are designed to be practical, proportionate, and responsive.

Each year, Landscapers Millbank carries out an annual review of this statement and the measures supporting it. The review considers audit findings, any reported concerns, training completion, supplier performance, and the effectiveness of our policies and procedures. Where improvements are identified, we update our practices and strengthen our safeguards.

We believe that eliminating modern slavery requires commitment from leadership and cooperation throughout the supply chain. By maintaining strict standards, performing supplier audits, supporting safe reporting channels, and completing an annual review, Landscapers Millbank aims to uphold ethical business practices and protect the rights of all workers connected to our services.