Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Uxbridge

Hedge Trimming Uxbridge is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its operations and supply chains. This statement outlines our zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, bonded labour, servitude, or human trafficking and explains the actions we take to uphold ethical standards across the services we provide, including hedge trimming in Uxbridge and surrounding areas. We operate with transparency, accountability and respect for human rights.

Our policy applies to all employees, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers engaged in Uxbridge hedge trimming and related grounds maintenance activities. We require that everyone working on behalf of our company adheres to lawful working hours, fair pay and the right to leave employment without penalty. We maintain clear employment records, lawful recruitment practices and a culture where exploitation is never tolerated. Any breach of these standards will trigger immediate action.

We maintain mandatory training and awareness programmes so staff and contractors can recognise the signs of exploitation. All personnel involved in hedge trimmers Uxbridge operations receive training on reporting procedures, risk indicators and safe recruitment principles. We undertake risk assessments for high-risk roles and monitor working conditions regularly. Our approach is both preventative and responsive: we work to reduce risk and to act swiftly whenever concerns arise.

Supplier Standards and Due Diligence

We require suppliers and partners to meet our ethical standards for labour and human rights. Our supplier code of conduct explicitly forbids forced labour and child labour and sets out expectations for health and safety, working time and remuneration. Before onboarding any supplier for hedge maintenance, hedge trimming contracts or ancillary services, we perform checks on employment practices and contractual arrangements to ensure compliance with our policies.

Supplier audits form a central part of our due diligence programme. Audits are conducted both on-site and through documentation review, and focus on areas of greatest risk. Audit activities include:

• Verification of payroll and time records to confirm lawful compensation.
• Review of recruitment processes to ensure no fees or payment obligations are imposed on workers.
• Interviews with workers, where appropriate, to confirm voluntary employment and freedom to leave.

Where audits identify issues, we require suppliers to implement corrective action plans with clear timelines. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate relationships with suppliers that fail to remedy violations or that demonstrate systemic non-compliance. Our procurement decisions prioritise suppliers who share our commitment to ethical practices in Uxbridge and beyond.

Reporting Channels and Protection for Whistleblowers

We provide multiple reporting channels to ensure that concerns about modern slavery can be raised safely and confidentially. Reports can be made through designated internal channels, and all allegations are treated seriously and investigated promptly. Whistleblowers are protected from retaliation and anonymity will be respected wherever possible. We encourage anyone who suspects exploitation within our hedge trimming teams or supply chain to speak up.

Investigation and remediation procedures are established to ensure allegations are thoroughly assessed, victims are supported and appropriate remedial steps are taken, including referral to relevant support services and law enforcement when necessary. We maintain records of investigations and outcomes to inform continuous improvement of our policies and controls.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually as part of our commitment to continuous improvement. Our senior management team assesses the effectiveness of policies, training, supplier audits and reporting mechanisms and updates controls in response to emerging risks. Through regular reviews, monitoring and transparent governance, Hedge Trimming Uxbridge seeks to minimise the risk of modern slavery in all aspects of our business and supply chain. We remain resolute in our zero-tolerance stance and will continue to take decisive action to protect the rights and dignity of all workers.