Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Harrow

Hedge Trimming Harrow is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement describes our approach to ensuring that forced labour, exploitation and other unacceptable practices are not tolerated in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility as a local hedge maintenance and hedge trimming provider and set out a clear zero-tolerance stance.

Our zero-tolerance policy

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery across Hedge Trimming Harrow activities. All employees, contractors and partners are expected to comply with this policy. Any suspicion or evidence of exploitation, coercion, or worker abuse will result in immediate action, including termination of contracts and cooperation with authorities where appropriate.

We use the term Hedge-Trimming Harrow to reflect our local service identity and to emphasise that this policy applies to every area of work from hedge cutting and maintenance to seasonal contracts. Our senior management team regularly communicates the zero-tolerance commitment and ensures all staff receive training on recognising indicators of modern slavery.

Supplier audits and risk-based due diligence

We maintain a robust supplier audit programme to assess and monitor suppliers and subcontractors used by Hedge Trimmers Harrow. Audits include document reviews, on-site visits where feasible, and questionnaires tailored to the risks associated with landscaping and grounds-maintenance services. Our supplier expectations are clearly stated in procurement materials and contracts.

Key audit steps include:

• Pre-engagement screening of new suppliers to confirm employment practices and legal compliance;
• Periodic risk assessments to prioritise suppliers operating in higher-risk segments;
• On-site verification and follow-up actions where non-compliance or concerns are identified.

We require suppliers to demonstrate fair recruitment processes, transparent wage practices and worker protections. Failure to remedy critical issues identified during supplier audits may lead to contract suspension or termination with Hedge Maintenance Harrow partners.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

All staff and third parties working with Hedge Trimming Harrow are encouraged to report concerns. We provide multiple secure reporting channels to make it easy and safe to speak up. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and confidentially, and safeguarded against retaliation.

Reporting methods include internal hotlines, designated ethics officers, and anonymous reporting mechanisms. We protect whistleblowers and ensure that anyone raising a concern is supported. Reports linked to supplier activities will trigger a supplier review and, where necessary, an immediate audit.

Our approach to investigations emphasises fairness, prompt action and remediation. If exploitation is confirmed, we focus on victim support, corrective measures within the supply chain, and cooperation with enforcement agencies.

Training, policies and continuous improvement

Hedge Trimming Harrow delivers targeted training for managers, staff and contractors to raise awareness of modern slavery risks and red flags specific to the landscaping sector. Training materials include scenario-based learning tailored to hedge cutting, seasonal labour and subcontracting arrangements.

Our internal policies, including recruitment, contractor management and procurement procedures, embed anti-slavery principles. We regularly update policies to reflect evolving risks and legal requirements to ensure compliance across Hedge Maintenance Harrow operations.

We maintain clear contractual clauses requiring suppliers to comply with our anti-slavery standards and to permit audits. Suppliers must confirm their adherence annually and demonstrate continuous improvement where gaps are identified.

Annual review and governance

Hedge Trimming Harrow will review this Modern Slavery Statement yearly to assess the effectiveness of our controls, supplier audits and reporting channels. The annual review will include lessons learned from incidents, audit outcomes and feedback from stakeholders.

The board and senior management retain ultimate responsibility for scrutinising performance and approving corrective action plans. We will publish updates reflecting progress, new risk assessments and evolving mitigation measures.

Through a consistent commitment to zero tolerance, rigorous supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and a formal annual review cycle, Hedge Trimmers Harrow aims to reduce the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains and to act swiftly where concerns arise.