Modern Slavery Statement for Landscaping Swisscottage
Landscaping Swisscottage is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and in full respect of human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains.
We recognise that landscaping services can involve seasonal labour, subcontracting, and a wide network of suppliers. Because of this, Landscaping Swisscottage takes proactive steps to identify, prevent, and address any risk of modern slavery. Our commitment applies to every level of our work, from procurement and recruitment to site delivery and contract management.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery. No employee, supplier, contractor, or business partner acting on behalf of Landscaping Swisscottage may engage in abusive labour practices, exploitative recruitment, withheld wages, passport retention, debt bondage, or any other illegal practice. This policy is embedded in our code of conduct and is communicated throughout the organisation.
We expect every person working with us to uphold fair employment standards, including lawful working hours, safe conditions, and freedom of movement. Where concerns arise, we act immediately through investigation, corrective action, and, where required, termination of the relationship. Our modern slavery prevention approach is reviewed to ensure it remains effective and aligned with legal requirements.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
Landscaping Swisscottage uses risk-based supplier audits to monitor compliance. We assess suppliers before engagement and during the course of our relationship, focusing on labour sourcing, wage practices, identity documents, and subcontracting controls. Higher-risk suppliers may be asked to provide additional evidence of compliance, such as workforce records, recruitment procedures, and right-to-work checks.When concerns are identified, we request immediate remediation and may suspend purchasing until the issue is resolved. Our audit process is not intended to be punitive; instead, it is designed to encourage ethical improvement and to protect vulnerable workers across the landscaping supply chain. We also favour suppliers who can demonstrate responsible labour management and transparent employment practices.
Reporting Channels and Speaking Up
We encourage all workers, suppliers, and stakeholders to report concerns without fear of retaliation. Landscaping Swisscottage provides accessible reporting channels so that suspected incidents of modern slavery can be raised promptly and confidentially. Reports may concern recruitment fees, coercion, unsafe accommodation, document retention, intimidation, or any behaviour that suggests exploitation.All concerns are treated seriously and investigated by appropriately trained personnel. Where allegations are substantiated, we take decisive action, which may include disengaging suppliers, supporting affected workers, and notifying the relevant authorities where appropriate. We promote a culture in which speaking up is supported, and we reinforce that no one should ignore warning signs of abuse.
Training, Monitoring, and Responsibility
Responsibility for implementing this statement rests with senior management, who oversee compliance, approve corrective actions, and monitor progress. Relevant staff receive training to help them recognise indicators of modern slavery and understand how to respond. This includes procurement teams, site supervisors, and managers involved in hiring or subcontracting decisions. We also keep records of due diligence findings and actions taken.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
Landscaping Swisscottage will conduct an annual review of this statement and of the controls that support it. The review will consider supplier audit results, reported concerns, training completion, legal developments, and any emerging risks within our operations. Where improvements are identified, we will update our procedures and strengthen our safeguards.Continuous improvement is central to our approach. We understand that modern slavery can change in form and may appear in subtle ways, particularly within complex labour arrangements. For this reason, we remain vigilant, proportionate, and responsive, using lessons learned to improve prevention measures year by year.
