Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Seven Sisters

As a local service provider specialising in Seven Sisters hedge trimming, Hedge Trimming Seven Sisters confirms a strict commitment to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking from our business and supply chain. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, child labour and any form of exploitation. This statement outlines our principles, preventative measures and the actions we take when concerns are identified.

We recognise that risk can arise where labour is subcontracted, where seasonal workers are engaged or where language and economic vulnerability exist. All people who work for, or on behalf of, our hedge maintenance in Seven Sisters are entitled to fair pay, lawful terms and safe conditions. Our policies require that suppliers and field teams follow the same standards and that any deviation is addressed immediately.

Our responsibilities include identifying risk, preventing harm and remediating issues. We will not tolerate exploitation and we will act swiftly where evidence is found, including contract termination and engaging appropriate authorities. This statement applies to employees, contractors, agency workers and third-party suppliers engaged in Seven Sisters hedge services.

Zero-Tolerance Policy, Training and Governance

We maintain a clear zero-tolerance approach supported by training and management oversight. All staff and contractors receive regular education on recognising signs of modern slavery, safe recruitment practices and how to use our reporting channels. Senior management, including operational leads, are accountable for ensuring that every job for hedge trimmers in Seven Sisters meets our ethical standards.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audit Programme

We undertake risk-based due diligence on suppliers and require written contractual commitments that prohibit forced labour. Our supplier checks evaluate recruitment methods, payroll accuracy, working hours and health and safety. Where necessary we include clauses that allow for document review and site inspection to verify compliance with our standards for Seven Sisters hedge maintenance providers.

Audit activities are practical and proportionate and focus on continuous improvement. We use a combination of documentary review, on-site visits and announced or unannounced checks to evaluate conditions and supplier practices.

• Pre-engagement screening of new suppliers
• Periodic on-site and remote audits
• Review of payroll, contracts and recruitment agents

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for workers, subcontractors and third parties to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and escalated to senior managers. Where appropriate we engage independent advisers and local organisations to ensure survivors receive immediate and appropriate support.

Remediation is focused on safety and fairness. We seek to identify victims, ensure they are safe, recover unlawful deductions and provide access to medical, legal and social assistance. All remediation actions are documented and used to strengthen our controls, contract terms and supplier relationships for future hedge trimming contracts in the Seven Sisters area.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually as part of our commitment to continuous improvement. Each annual review considers audit outcomes, incident reports, stakeholder feedback and evolving risk factors. We publish updates and adjust our policies, training and supplier assurance practices accordingly to reduce the risk of exploitation in every hedge trimming project we undertake.