Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Surbiton Commitment

Hedge Trimming Surbiton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all parts of our business and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach and the practical measures we take to ensure a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, coerced work, or exploitation. Our Surbiton hedge trimming teams and subcontractors must adhere to the highest standards of labour rights and ethical practice.

We recognise that the landscaping and hedgerow care sector can be vulnerable to labour risks. Surbiton hedge trimming operations have therefore implemented mandatory policies that make it clear: any evidence of modern slavery will result in immediate action, including termination of contracts and referrals to authorities if appropriate. Our commitment extends across all variations of our service names, including hedge-trimming Surbiton and professional hedge maintenance in Surbiton.

To operationalise this zero-tolerance policy, we require all workers and contractors to provide proof of right to work, receive clear terms of employment, and have access to humane reporting channels. We also provide information in plain language about pay, hours, and working conditions to ensure transparency. The company maintains a clear code of conduct which forms part of contracts with suppliers and crew engaged in hedge trimming Surbiton projects.

All suppliers and subcontractors who provide labour or materials for Hedge Trimming Surbiton must comply with our ethical procurement policy. We conduct due diligence on new suppliers before onboarding and require existing partners to confirm adherence annually. Compliance criteria include legal employment, fair wages, safe working environments, and prohibition of child, forced or bonded labour.

We operate a risk-based supplier audit programme. Audits combine documentation review, remote checks and on-site inspections where appropriate. Where audits identify concerns, we require corrective action plans with clear timescales. Persistent non-compliance leads to suspension or termination of the business relationship. Our approach balances robust enforcement with support to help smaller local suppliers meet standards.

To strengthen supply chain transparency for hedge trimming and garden maintenance in Surbiton, we maintain records of supplier risk profiles and audit outcomes. Strong contractual clauses ensure cooperation with investigations and allow us to verify labour conditions at any stage of the contract lifecycle.

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for workers and third parties to raise concerns about potential modern slavery. These include anonymous reporting options and a clear escalation path within the company. All reports are taken seriously, promptly investigated, and documented. We do not tolerate reprisals against anyone who reports in good faith.

The company invests in regular training for managers, supervisors and operational staff involved in Surbiton hedge trimming activities. Training covers recognising signs of exploitation, appropriate referral mechanisms, and record-keeping best practices. We also emphasise worker welfare, mental health support and fair recruitment procedures to reduce vulnerability.

Our Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by senior management and the board to ensure effectiveness. This review examines incidents, audit results, training completion rates and improvements required in due diligence processes. Continuous improvement is core to our approach, and the annual review informs updates to policies, supplier assessments and resource allocation.