Mikes Gardeners confirms its commitment through this Modern Slavery Statement. We set out an explicit zero-tolerance approach to forced labour, human trafficking and any form of modern slavery. This company-wide anti-slavery statement explains how Mikes Gardeners identifies, prevents and responds to risks across our operations and supply chains. We expect every colleague and supplier to uphold these principles and to act with integrity.

Mikes Gardeners modern slavery policy

Our modern slavery policy applies to all employees, contractors and partners. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any practice that could amount to exploitation. Mikes Gardeners??? modern slavery statement clarifies responsibilities at every level: senior management provide leadership and resources, line managers ensure day-to-day compliance, and all staff are empowered to raise concerns. This anti-slavery statement is part of our wider ethics and compliance framework.

Prevention, due diligence and supplier audits

We conduct targeted due diligence and regular supplier audits to detect and manage risks of modern slavery in our supply chain. Our supplier audit program includes:

• Risk assessment based on geography, sector and worker vulnerability;
• On-site and remote checks of labour practices and documentation;
• Corrective action plans when issues are identified, with timelines and verification.

These measures support a slavery-free supply approach and reflect our policy that contractors and suppliers must comply with our code of conduct.

Where audits indicate potential non-compliance, Mikes Gardeners implements remediation and capacity-building measures. We may require suppliers to change practices, provide training for supervisors and workers, or terminate contracts when persistent breaches occur. Our supplier monitoring is continuous and informed by industry best practice and evolving legal standards.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing mechanisms are clearly established and accessible. We provide multiple ways to report concerns confidentially: internal reporting to managers, escalation to senior compliance staff, and anonymous reporting channels. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and handled with respect for confidentiality and protection from retaliation. Employees and third parties making reports in good faith will be supported.

How to raise concerns and what happens next

When a report is received we follow a defined process: acknowledge receipt, assess risk, investigate, and apply proportionate remediation. In cases involving alleged modern slavery we collaborate with relevant authorities and external experts as needed. Our response aims to protect affected individuals, ensure accountability and reduce recurrence. We balance swift action with thorough fact-finding.

Mikes Gardeners??? commitments also include training and awareness: mandatory training for relevant staff, supplier workshops and accessible guidance materials. We use a combination of in-person and digital learning to ensure understanding of indicators of exploitation, rights of workers and obligations under our anti-slavery policy. Embedding awareness across the business is central to preventing modern slavery.

We will review and update this modern slavery statement annually. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of our policies, audit results, remediation outcomes and training uptake. We set measurable objectives for the year ahead, adjust supplier due diligence priorities, and allocate resources where needed. The review is reported to senior leadership and informs continuous improvement.

In summary, Mikes Gardeners maintains a robust modern slavery policy and anti-slavery statement grounded in prevention, detection and remedy. Our zero-tolerance policy is backed by supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and an annual review cycle to strengthen safeguards. We are committed to eliminating modern slavery from our business and supply chains, and to acting transparently and responsibly when issues arise.