Modern Slavery Statement for Landscaping Hoxton
Landscaping Hoxton 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 in any part of our operations or supply chain. We recognise that landscaping services can involve multiple labour providers, seasonal workers, and material suppliers, which increases the importance of careful oversight. Our approach is grounded in a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation.
We expect all employees, subcontractors, and business partners associated with Hoxton landscaping activities to uphold the same standards. This includes fair recruitment practices, lawful working hours, proper wage arrangements, and safe working conditions. Our commitment applies across project planning, site preparation, planting, maintenance, waste removal, and sourcing of materials. By embedding responsible practices into day-to-day operations, we aim to ensure that Landscaping Hoxton remains vigilant and accountable.
Training and awareness are central to our response. Managers involved in procurement, operations, and site supervision are instructed to identify warning signs such as withheld documents, restricted movement, excessive overtime, or unexplained deductions from wages. We also communicate our expectations clearly during onboarding and contract discussions so that the standards for Hoxton landscaping are understood from the start.
We apply enhanced scrutiny when engaging suppliers of plants, soil, timber, tools, transport, and subcontracted labour. Every supplier is assessed against ethical and legal criteria before engagement, and higher-risk arrangements may be subject to additional checks. As part of our supplier audits, we review employment records, worker engagement practices, wage compliance, and evidence of responsible recruitment. Where concerns arise, we seek immediate corrective action and reserve the right to suspend or end the relationship if standards are not met.
Our procurement process requires suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or child labour. We also ask them to flow these requirements down their own supply chains. This helps strengthen oversight beyond our direct contractors and supports consistent expectations throughout the landscaping Hoxton network. Contracts may include clauses allowing us to verify compliance and request supporting documentation where necessary.
If any employee, contractor, or supplier suspects modern slavery, they are encouraged to report it without delay. We provide multiple reporting channels, including line managers, senior management, and designated internal escalation routes. Reports may be made confidentially, and anyone raising a concern in good faith will be protected from retaliation. All concerns are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with appropriate sensitivity.
When an allegation or indicator is identified, we take a proportionate and evidence-based response. This may include site visits, document checks, worker interviews, or engagement with relevant partners to understand the situation more fully. Where a risk is confirmed, we act to protect affected individuals and work with suppliers to correct failings. In serious cases, termination of the relationship may be necessary. These measures reinforce our zero-tolerance policy and demonstrate that ethical conduct is non-negotiable within Landscaping Hoxton.
We recognise that modern slavery risks can change over time due to market conditions, labour shortages, or changes in the supply chain. For that reason, our statement and related controls are reviewed annually. During the annual review, we assess incidents, audit findings, supplier performance, staff training, and any changes in legislation or best practice. The review helps us identify improvements and update our controls so that Hoxton landscaping operations remain resilient and responsible.
Senior leadership is responsible for overseeing this statement and ensuring it is implemented effectively across the business. Accountability sits with those who make decisions about procurement, staffing, and operations, while every team member has a role in maintaining ethical standards. Through regular monitoring, supplier audits, open reporting channels, and an annual review cycle, Landscaping Hoxton is committed to preventing modern slavery and promoting dignified work throughout its activities.
