Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Palmers Green

Hedge Trimming Palmers Green is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and human rights across our operations and the supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to preventing modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in all forms. Our zero-tolerance policy forms the backbone of our commitment and applies to our direct crews, sub-contractors and all partners engaged in hedge care and hedge trimming services in Palmers Green.

We operate a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. Hedge trimming in Palmers Green will not tolerate exploitation, and any allegations will be treated with urgency. All operational managers and field teams receive training to recognise signs of abuse and to ensure that routine operating practices respect workers’ rights. Employment practices for our employees and seasonal teams are audited to verify lawful pay, lawful working hours and voluntary consent to work.

Supplier due diligence and audits

We maintain robust supplier due diligence procedures for third-party providers of equipment, materials and labour. Regular supplier audits, both announced and unannounced, assess working conditions, identity checks, and contractual compliance. Our procurement terms require suppliers to adhere to our anti-slavery standards; failure to demonstrate compliance leads to corrective action or termination. This applies across the Palmers Green hedge-trimming supply chain and associated maintenance services.

Risk assessment and mitigation

We conduct ongoing risk assessments focused on areas of greatest vulnerability, such as seasonal labour, subcontracted crews and specialist suppliers. Risks are mitigated through strengthened contract clauses, worker interviews during audits and enhanced record-keeping. Hedge-Trimming Palmers Green sources are reviewed for geographic, sector and operational risk factors and we prioritise transparency and traceability where risk is highest.

Our policies include clear contractual obligations for all suppliers and contractors. We require:

• verification of identity and right to work;
• assurance of fair pay and reasonable working hours;
• access to grievance and reporting channels without retaliation.

These requirements are enforced through contractual audits and documented corrective action plans.

We also promote worker awareness by providing accessible information on rights and reporting. Training modules tailored for Palmers Green hedge care teams explain indicators of exploitation, employer responsibilities and safe referral pathways. All managers are responsible for cascading this information in plain language to workers onsite and to contracted personnel.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing We maintain secure, confidential reporting channels for employees, subcontractors and third parties to raise concerns. Reports may be made through anonymous internal hotlines, designated compliance officers and via third-party channels. All reports are investigated promptly and impartially. Retaliation against anyone raising a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited and will trigger disciplinary action.

Accountability and continuous improvement are central to our approach. Internal KPIs measure the effectiveness of supplier audits, corrective actions and worker training. We require suppliers to submit periodic compliance reports and welcome independent audits commissioned by oversight bodies. Persistent non-compliance results in contract termination and, where appropriate, legal referral.

Annual review: Our Modern Slavery Statement and related policies are reviewed at least once every 12 months to reflect evolving guidance, audit findings and stakeholder feedback. The annual review examines the outcomes of supplier audits, incidents reported through our channels, and improvements in worker welfare. The conclusions and actions from each annual review inform training refreshes, procurement policy updates and enhanced due diligence for the Palmers Green hedge trimming and maintenance sector.