Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Stoke Newington
We, as a provider of Hedge Trimming Stoke Newington and associated landscape services, set out this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our firm and continuing commitment to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour in all parts of our operations and supply chain. This zero-tolerance policy underpins every contract and engagement for hedge trimming in Stoke Newington and related maintenance activities. Our approach is proactive: we identify risks, take remedial action and report transparently on progress.Zero-Tolerance Policy and Scope
This statement applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged in Stoke Newington hedge trimming, Stoke Newington hedge trimming contracts and any project where we exercise management control. We have a zero-tolerance stance on exploitation and abuse, and we will terminate relationships with any party found to be in breach. All staff receive clear expectations about ethical conduct during onboarding and regular refresher training is provided to those involved in hedge maintenance Stoke Newington operations.
Due Diligence and Supply Chain Audits
We conduct supplier assessments and risk-based audits to ensure that our supply chain for Stoke Newington hedge services complies with legal and ethical standards. Core elements include:- Written contractual clauses prohibiting forced labour and human trafficking.
- Pre-selection checks on labour providers and sub-contractors used for hedge maintenance.
- On-site and remote audits to verify working conditions and wage practices.
Our supplier audits are risk-led and repeated at intervals proportionate to exposure: higher-risk suppliers (for example, those supplying casual labour or seasonal teams for hedge trimming in Stoke Newington) are audited more frequently. Audit findings are documented, and corrective action plans are agreed with suppliers. We use a combination of independent third-party auditors and internal compliance teams to validate remediation and to certify compliance before recommencing work.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We maintain secure, confidential reporting channels for employees, subcontractors and members of the public to raise concerns about possible modern slavery or labour exploitation in Stoke Newington hedge trimming activities. Reports can be made anonymously and will be investigated promptly. Every report is treated seriously and handled in line with our safeguarding procedures; we protect whistleblowers from retaliation and ensure sensitive cases receive appropriate support and referral to specialist services where needed.
To support transparency and accountability, we keep documented records of all reports, investigations and outcomes. Training for frontline staff emphasises how to recognise indicators of exploitation and the steps to take. We also require that our principal suppliers provide equivalent reporting mechanisms and cooperate fully with investigations related to Stoke Newington hedge maintenance and associated services.
Contractual Controls and Worker Welfare We insert strong contractual safeguards in all agreements for Stoke Newington hedge services, including audit rights, the right to terminate for breach, and obligations for suppliers to pay lawful wages and provide safe working conditions. In high-risk scenarios we require enhanced due diligence, including documentation checks, on-site worker interviews and verified payroll records. Our procurement process actively favours suppliers that demonstrate robust labour standards and worker protections.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
We review this Modern Slavery Statement and associated policies at least once every 12 months. The annual review examines the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, training outcomes, incident reports and remediation actions. Key performance indicators are tracked, including audit completion rates, number of corrective actions closed, and training uptake across teams involved in hedge trimming Stoke Newington operations. Lessons learned inform policy updates and operational improvements.
