Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Ealing

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Hedge Trimming Ealing to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking from our operations and supply chains. We are a local provider of hedge care and maintenance and recognise the responsibility we carry across the borough. Our approach covers recruitment, contractor management, supplier engagement and operational practices to ensure that everyone involved in our Ealing hedge trimming services is treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

Our policy is unequivocal: we operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking or exploitation in relation to hedge trimming in Ealing or any other activity we undertake. We apply this intolerance consistently across permanent staff, temporary workers, subcontractors and suppliers. In line with best practice we set clear contractual obligations for our partners and include explicit anti-slavery clauses in supplier agreements to protect workers and our clients.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We conduct thorough due diligence when engaging new suppliers for Ealing hedge trimming and ongoing checks for existing contractors. Our supplier audits evaluate recruitment practices, documentation, pay, working hours and accommodation where relevant. The audit framework includes:

• Verification of right-to-work and age checks;
• Assessment of recruitment fees and third-party labour providers;
• On-site inspections and interviews to detect signs of exploitation;
• Review of payroll records and contract terms to ensure fairness.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We maintain clear, confidential reporting channels for anyone who suspects modern slavery in the supply chain for hedge trimming Ealing. Employees, subcontractors and third parties are encouraged to report concerns without fear of recrimination. Reports can be raised anonymously and will be investigated promptly. We train managers to respond sensitively and to escalate issues where there is evidence of exploitation. Our reporting approach emphasises safety and protection for vulnerable individuals.

Our whistleblowing process is backed by formal procedures that include immediate risk assessment, safeguarding measures for affected workers and cooperation with law enforcement when appropriate. We use a staged investigation pathway: initial triage, documented interviews, corrective action plans, and follow-up audits. Where a supplier is found non-compliant, we take decisive action that may include contract termination, remedial requirements and a ban from future procurement.

Hedge trimming suppliers are required to maintain records and make those records available for inspection. We also provide training for supplier managers on recognising modern slavery indicators and on ethical recruitment. These measures reduce risk in the supply chain that supports our Ealing hedge care operations and protect workers from exploitation or coercion.

Worker welfare is central to our compliance programme. We insist on fair pay, safe working conditions and transparent contracts across all hedge-trimming Ealing activities. Our contracts mandate adherence to labour standards and set clear penalties for breaches. In addition to audits, we monitor key performance indicators linked to worker treatment, such as grievance resolution times and audit remediation rates.

We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and to continuous improvement. The review process includes: an assessment of audit findings from the previous year, analysis of reported incidents, updates to training materials, refinement of supplier due diligence processes and the integration of any legislative changes. The outcomes of the annual review inform procurement strategy, risk scoring and supplier engagement plans for the coming year.

Hedge-trimming Ealing will publicly reaffirm this policy each year and document the results of our due diligence and audit programme. We will continue to collaborate with industry partners, local authorities and community organisations to strengthen protections for workers and to share effective practices. By embedding these commitments into governance, procurement and operational activity, we aim to reduce the risk of modern slavery in every part of our business and supply chain.

In summary, Hedge Trimming Ealing maintains a zero-tolerance stance against modern slavery, operates robust supplier audits, provides safe reporting channels and commits to an annual review cycle to drive improvements. We take these responsibilities seriously and will continue to act decisively to protect workers involved in our Ealing hedge maintenance services.