Modern Slavery Statement — Gardener Chessington

Gardener Chessington publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our commitment to preventing all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. This anti-slavery statement describes our policies, expectations of suppliers and partners, and the practical steps we take to reduce risk. We recognise that addressing modern slavery, forced labour and exploitation requires active vigilance and a clear, zero-tolerance approach.

Our corporate values mandate ethical conduct and respect for human rights. As part of our modern slavery policy, we require all employees and contractors to adhere to standards that forbid any form of coerced labour, debt bondage, or exploitative working conditions. We provide training to staff so they can identify signs of labour exploitation and act promptly. Gardener Chessington views compliance with this anti-slavery policy as integral to our business integrity.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and related abuses. This means that any confirmed instance of forced or exploitative labour will trigger immediate corrective actions, which may include contract termination, supplier remediation plans, and cooperation with authorities where necessary. Our zero-tolerance stance is supported by written contractual clauses requiring suppliers to comply with applicable labour and human rights laws and to allow audits and inspections.

Due Diligence, Supplier Audits and Risk Assessment

We conduct regular risk assessments of our operations and procurement categories to identify areas most vulnerable to labour exploitation. Our supplier due diligence process includes pre-qualification checks, questionnaire assessments and targeted site visits. Where risks are identified, we implement enhanced monitoring and demand corrective action plans. These procedures form part of our overall modern slavery due diligence.

We carry out supplier audits on a scheduled and ad hoc basis. Audits examine recruitment practices, payroll records, working hours, health and safety, and evidence of recruitment fees or retention of identity documents. Audit findings are categorised by severity and suppliers are required to demonstrate remediation within specified timeframes. Persistent non-compliance results in cessation of business relationships.

When engaging subcontractors or seasonal labour, we require transparency about labour supply chains and maintain the right to interview workers. Our procurement teams are trained to spot red flags and escalate concerns through internal reporting channels. The anti-slavery statement is explicitly incorporated into supplier contracts and tender documentation.

Reporting Channels, Remediation and Annual Review

We provide multiple reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery, including anonymous whistleblowing mechanisms and internal escalation routes. Reports are handled confidentially, investigated by trained compliance staff, and escalated to senior management when necessary. All reports are documented and tracked to ensure appropriate and timely resolution.

Our remediation approach seeks to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of affected workers. Where exploitation is verified, actions may include immediate removal from harmful situations, support to recover withheld wages, and collaboration with NGOs or specialist providers when required. We also expect suppliers to compensate affected workers and to change practices that enabled exploitation.

Annual review: each year Gardener Chessington formally reviews this modern slavery policy and the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures. The review assesses audit outcomes, training completion rates, incidents and remediation outcomes, and updates to procurement processes. Findings are used to refine our strategy, strengthen supplier management and allocate resources for continued improvement. We are committed to continuous improvement and to publishing updates in subsequent statements.

Key elements of our program include:

• Zero-tolerance enforcement of forced labour and trafficking in all forms.
• Scheduled and ad hoc supplier audits to verify compliance and remedial progress.
• Secure reporting channels for employees and third parties to raise concerns safely.

Gardener Chessington remains vigilant and proactive in its efforts to combat modern slavery, labour exploitation and related abuses. We will continue to evolve our modern slavery framework, strengthen supplier engagement, and ensure that our workplaces and supply chains meet the highest ethical standards. Through clear policy, robust audits, accessible reporting channels and an annual review process, we affirm our ongoing commitment to eradicating modern slavery.

This statement represents the collective intent of Gardener Chessington to prevent modern slavery and to act swiftly if any violation is uncovered.