Modern Slavery Statement for Garden Fencing and Fencing for Gardens

Our commitment ??? Garden Fencing suppliers, subcontractors and staff are required to adhere to a zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out how our garden-fencing operations and associated supply chains identify, prevent and address risks of forced labour, human trafficking and other forms of exploitation. We apply this policy to all parts of our business, from manufacturing to installation of fencing for gardens.

We operate a clear zero-tolerance approach: any instance of exploitation found within our garden fence supply chain or among third-party contractors will result in immediate action, including contract termination and referral to authorities where appropriate. The zero-tolerance policy is reinforced through training for procurement teams and site managers who work with garden fencing services and related suppliers.

Supplier expectations and due diligence

We require suppliers to confirm compliance with labour standards. Our supplier code of conduct for garden-fencing manufacturers and retailers mandates fair wages, safe working conditions and freely agreed employment. We conduct risk-based due diligence assessments across the garden fencing supply chain and categorise suppliers by exposure to modern slavery risks, focusing attention on high-risk geographies and components such as timber, metal and assembly services.

Supplier audits and verification

We carry out scheduled and unannounced supplier audits for garden fence producers and logistics partners. Audits combine documentary checks, worker interviews and site inspections to verify compliance. Where necessary, corrective action plans are developed and monitored. Our supplier audits target both direct vendors and secondary subcontractors in the garden fencing supply chain to ensure responsible sourcing at every tier.

Audits are supplemented by third-party assessments and certifications when relevant to fencing for gardens materials. We maintain a supplier performance scorecard, and persistent non-compliance leads to suspension from our supplier list. In addition to audits, we run capacity-building sessions with suppliers to improve labour practices and help integrate anti-slavery controls into everyday operations.

• Audit frequency: risk-rated, annual minimum for high-risk suppliers
• Corrective action: defined remediation timelines
• Transparency: ongoing monitoring and reporting

Reporting channels and whistleblowing We keep safe, confidential reporting channels for anyone to raise concerns about modern slavery related to garden fencing services or supply partners. Workers, suppliers and third parties can report issues anonymously where local law permits. Reports are triaged by our compliance team and investigated promptly, with support provided to affected individuals and protection from retaliation for whistleblowers.

Our reporting protocols include documented investigation steps, escalation to senior management and, where appropriate, engagement with labour rights organisations and enforcement bodies. We maintain records of all reports and outcomes to inform continuous improvement and to ensure accountability across our garden-fencing operations.

Annual review and continuous improvement ??? We review this Modern Slavery Statement and our policies at least once per year and update them in response to new risks, audit findings and stakeholder feedback. The annual review covers governance, supplier audits, training effectiveness and remediation outcomes. We measure progress with key performance indicators tied to supplier compliance, audit coverage and the resolution of reported incidents across the garden fencing and fencing-for-gardens supply networks.