Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Northolt Commitment

Our commitment

Hedge Trimming Northolt affirms a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour in all its operations and supply chains. As a local provider of hedge trimming Northolt services and wider hedge-care Northolt activities, we commit to preventing exploitation by embedding ethical standards into every contract, recruitment process and operational decision.

This statement applies to all personnel engaged by Hedge Trimming in Northolt and to our suppliers, subcontractors and business partners. We require adherence to our standards as a condition of contracting and we make it clear that any breach of our policy will result in immediate action, including termination of contract. We will not tolerate exploitation in any form.

Supplier audits and due diligence

We operate a risk-based supplier audit programme for Northolt hedge trimming suppliers and other service providers. Our due diligence includes:

• Pre-contract screening and eligibility checks for new suppliers.
• Periodic on-site and remote audits to verify working conditions and recruitment practices.
• Document verification, including right-to-work checks and pay records.
• Interviews with workers and anonymous reporting opportunities during audits.

Audit findings are recorded and managed through corrective action plans. Suppliers failing to meet our standards will be required to implement remedial measures within agreed timescales; persistent non-compliance will lead to contract termination.

We require all contractors engaged in Northolt hedge trimming and associated grounds maintenance to sign our Supplier Code of Conduct, which mandates ethical recruitment, fair pay and safe working conditions. Our procurement team conducts regular reviews of supplier performance and uses contractual clauses to enforce compliance. In addition, we provide training and resources to help subcontractors meet expectations and adopt best practices in labour rights and workplace safety.

Reporting channels and protection for whistleblowers

Hedge Trimming Northolt operates multiple confidential reporting channels so concerns about slavery or trafficking can be raised safely and promptly. These include anonymous reporting hotlines, secure email escalation paths and in-person reporting to designated compliance officers. We encourage all staff and contractors to speak up without fear; reports are treated with confidentiality and investigated thoroughly.

We emphasise protections for whistleblowers and strictly prohibit retaliation. Any allegation of retaliation will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter and will prompt immediate investigation and remedial action.

Annual review, monitoring and continuous improvement

Hedge trimming Northolt carries out an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and associated policies to ensure effectiveness and to reflect evolving legal requirements and operational risks. The annual review process includes:

• Evaluation of audit outcomes and corrective actions.
• Analysis of reports received through our reporting channels.
• Updates to supplier due diligence and contractual requirements.
• Training needs assessment for staff and subcontractors.

We will continue to refine our approach to preventing modern slavery across all aspects of our business, from local Hedge Trimming in Northolt operations to the broader supply chain. Our aim is measurable improvement year on year: stronger oversight, clearer expectations for suppliers, and a culture where exploitation is identified and eliminated. This statement is approved by our senior management and will be reviewed and re-published as part of our compliance cycle.