Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Hackney
Hedge Trimming Hackney is committed to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking from all aspects of our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent exploitation, including a zero-tolerance policy to forced labour, bonded labour, and other forms of modern slavery. As a local provider of Hackney hedge trimming services, we recognise our responsibility to be vigilant and proactive in protecting workers and communities from abuse.
We operate with a clear expectation that every contractor, sub-contractor and supplier involved in hedge trimming in Hackney will comply with applicable laws and the highest ethical standards. Our approach combines policy, due diligence and training: we require documented assurances from suppliers, perform risk-based checks, and provide training to staff to identify and report concerns. Our procurement processes emphasise transparency and traceability to reduce the risk of exploitative practices in the hedge-trimming Hackney sector.
Our zero-tolerance policy is explicit: any evidence of modern slavery will lead to immediate investigation and, where substantiated, termination of the relationship and appropriate remedial action. We apply this policy consistently across our business and to partners who provide landscaping, garden maintenance, and hedge-trimming services in Hackney and neighbouring boroughs. We also commit to remediating harm to victims where possible, working with relevant authorities and support organisations while respecting confidentiality and the rights of affected individuals.
To support implementation we conduct regular supplier audits and assessments targeted at high-risk categories. Audits for our Hackney hedge trimming supply chain include document reviews, on-site visits, and worker interviews where feasible. Audit findings inform corrective action plans. We include contractual clauses that require suppliers to comply with modern slavery laws and permit audits, and we reserve the right to remove any supplier that refuses to cooperate or fails to remedy serious breaches.
We maintain a range of reporting channels so employees, contractors and the public can raise concerns confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Staff are encouraged to report concerns internally via their manager or the designated compliance lead; we also operate anonymous reporting routes and ensure all reports are taken seriously, logged, and investigated promptly. For matters identified in the Hackney hedge-trimming network, we escalate incidents to appropriate enforcement or social services when necessary.
As part of our supplier management we employ risk-based due diligence: suppliers are screened at onboarding for indicators of modern slavery risk, including use of labour intermediaries, atypical payment practices, and opaque recruitment. Our procurement team applies enhanced scrutiny to subcontractors used for seasonal hedge-trimming Hackney work. We also require suppliers to provide evidence of employment records, right-to-work checks, and fair wage practices where applicable.
We invest in awareness and capacity building: staff and contractors receive training on how to spot signs of exploitation and how to respond safely. Training content covers indicators of forced labour, how to handle disclosures, and when to involve external agencies. Our aim is to build a safety culture across the hedge-trimming Hackney ecosystem so that vulnerable workers are identified and supported.
Remediation and continuous improvement are central to our program. Where issues are identified through audits, reports, or inspections, we work to secure appropriate remedies including safe referral of victims to support services, repayment of withheld wages where possible, and corrective actions by suppliers. We document outcomes and feed lessons learned back into procurement, contracting and training practices.
Governance and Annual Review
Monitoring, Reporting and Review
The Board and senior management review this policy and associated procedures annually. Our annual review includes analysis of audit results, reports received through our reporting channels, and progress against corrective action plans. We publish an updated Modern Slavery Statement following each review and continuously refine our approach to combat modern slavery in the hedge-trimming Hackney marketplace. Key elements include:- Periodic supplier audits and targeted inspections
- Regular risk assessments of supply and labour models
- Ongoing training and communication to workers and partners
Signed on behalf of Hedge Trimming Hackney — this Modern Slavery Statement reflects our policies and actions to prevent modern slavery, protect workers and ensure accountability. We will continue to monitor, review and strengthen our measures, maintaining an uncompromising stance against exploitation.