Gardeners Bulls Cross Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Gardeners Bulls Cross to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and to protect the rights and dignity of everyone who works for and with us.

Modern slavery is a severe violation of fundamental human rights and can take many forms, including forced labour, debt bondage, human trafficking, child labour, and exploitation of vulnerable workers. Gardeners Bulls Cross is committed to identifying, preventing, and addressing any risk of such practices across our business and supply network.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Gardeners Bulls Cross has a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not accept, condone, or ignore any form of exploitation, whether within our own operations or among our suppliers and partners. This expectation is clearly communicated to all employees, contractors, and suppliers as a fundamental condition of working with us.

All employees are required to comply with our ethical standards, including any policies and procedures relating to labour rights, fair treatment, and workplace conduct. Any suspected breach of our zero-tolerance policy is treated as a serious matter and may lead to disciplinary action or termination of contracts where appropriate.

Supply Chain Standards and Supplier Audits

We recognise that the risk of modern slavery can be greater within complex supply chains. Gardeners Bulls Cross is committed to working only with suppliers who share our values and who can demonstrate that they operate in a lawful, transparent, and ethical manner.

We expect suppliers to uphold labour standards that prohibit forced labour, child labour, and any form of exploitation. To support this, we are developing and implementing supplier audits and assessments designed to review working conditions, employment practices, and overall compliance with our expectations.

Where appropriate, we may conduct on-site visits or request documentary evidence to verify that suppliers meet our standards. If a supplier is found to be in breach of our requirements, we will seek to work with them to implement corrective actions within a clearly defined timeframe. If meaningful improvement is not achieved, Gardeners Bulls Cross reserves the right to reconsider or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Gardeners Bulls Cross is committed to fostering an open culture in which concerns about modern slavery and unethical conduct can be raised without fear of retaliation. We provide clear internal reporting channels for employees, contractors, and other stakeholders who wish to report actual or suspected instances of exploitation or non-compliance.

Concerns can be raised with line managers or senior management, or through any established whistleblowing channels within the organisation. Reports will be handled sensitively, treated confidentially as far as practicable, and investigated promptly and fairly. We are committed to protecting individuals who raise concerns in good faith and to ensuring that no one suffers detriment as a result of speaking up.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

We are working to increase awareness of modern slavery risks across our organisation. Relevant employees, including those involved in procurement and supplier management, will receive guidance on identifying warning signs of exploitation and on the appropriate steps to take when concerns arise.

Gardeners Bulls Cross seeks to continually improve its approach to ethical sourcing and labour standards. We review regulatory developments, industry guidance, and best practice to refine our policies and procedures over time.

Annual Review and Governance

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by the leadership of Gardeners Bulls Cross to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with applicable legislation. As part of this review, we assess the effectiveness of our controls, including supplier audits, reporting channels, and internal processes, and identify areas for further improvement.

Following each annual review, we will update this statement where necessary to reflect any changes in our operations, supply chains, risk profile, or approach to tackling modern slavery. This statement represents our ongoing commitment to responsible business practices and to the protection of human rights in all aspects of our work.