Gardener Fitzrovia Modern Slavery Statement

Gardener Fitzrovia is committed to a zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery and all forms of forced labour. This anti-slavery statement sets out our approach to preventing, detecting and remediating instances of exploitation across our operations and supply chains. We publish this modern slavery statement to be clear about our responsibilities and the steps we take to uphold human dignity and workers' rights.

Our Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement applies to all colleagues, contractors and suppliers who work with or on behalf of Gardener Fitzrovia. We require every stakeholder to meet our standards, and we maintain policies that reinforce a culture where exploitation is unacceptable. The board of directors endorses this slavery and human trafficking policy and ensures management implements appropriate controls and training.

We expect suppliers to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct and to the principles set out in this modern slavery statement. Suppliers are required to certify compliance where relevant and to maintain records that demonstrate lawful and fair employment practices. We use risk-based supplier screening to identify higher-risk providers and contractual terms that require adherence to ethical labour standards.

To operationalise our anti-slavery commitments we have embedded due diligence into procurement, recruitment and supplier management processes. Pre-engagement checks, wage and working hours reviews and rights-to-work verification help reduce the risk of forced labour entering our operations. We continuously develop and update our policies so our group remains aligned with evolving legal and regulatory expectations concerning modern slavery.

Supplier Audits and Remediation

Regular supplier audits are central to our approach. Audits may be carried out by internal teams or through independent third parties, and focus on areas most commonly associated with exploitation. Audit activities include:

• Verification of employment records and contract terms;
• On-site worker interviews to confirm working conditions and freedom of movement;
• Review of recruitment practices and any use of recruitment fees;
• Assessment of pay, working hours and health & safety compliance.

When issues are identified we pursue timely remediation which can include corrective action plans, support for affected workers and, where necessary, suspension or termination of the business relationship. Our aim is to prioritise victim protection and sustainable corrective measures while maintaining our zero-tolerance stance.

Reporting Channels and Worker Protection

Gardener Fitzrovia provides multiple confidential reporting channels to encourage early identification of concerns. Workers, suppliers and third parties can report suspected modern slavery through internal reporting mechanisms, and all reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly. We do not tolerate retaliation and offer support to those raising concerns in good faith.

To safeguard reporters and affected individuals we maintain strict confidentiality controls and ensure whistleblowers are protected from unfair treatment. Our human resources and compliance teams coordinate with external experts when necessary to ensure appropriate care, legal compliance and remediation for victims. These protections reinforce our zero-tolerance policy and our commitment to fair and ethical labour standards.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement Gardener Fitzrovia conducts an annual review of this statement, our policies and the effectiveness of our risk mitigation measures. The review examines audit findings, training outcomes, supplier performance and any remediation undertaken during the year. Outcomes inform action plans, additional training and targeted supplier engagement to strengthen our response to modern slavery risks.

We remain committed to transparency and continual improvement. This modern slavery statement represents our ongoing pledge to a workplace and supply chain free from exploitation, to rigorous supplier audits, to clear and protected reporting channels, and to routine annual review that ensures our anti-slavery measures remain robust and effective.