Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Fulham

Our Commitment

Hedge Trimming Fulham is committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not occur in any part of our operations or supply chain. This statement sets out our approach to preventing forced labour, exploitation and any forms of modern slavery in our local hedging, garden maintenance and specialist trimming services across Fulham. We recognise the responsibility that comes with delivering reliable Fulham hedge trimming and maintenance work.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery. All employees and contractors engaged in hedge maintenance in Fulham are subject to clear standards of conduct and employment checks. Our managers receive training so that they can spot risks, report concerns and act decisively where issues are identified. This policy applies equally to sub-contractors and suppliers who provide goods and labour to our Fulham hedge care operations.

Our zero tolerance means we will take immediate action where any form of exploitation is suspected. We will terminate contracts with suppliers who are found to be involved in modern slavery and will work with enforcement agencies where appropriate. Our aim is to ensure that anyone working on or for our Fulham hedge trimming teams is treated with dignity and receives lawful pay and conditions.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We conduct regular supplier audits and require suppliers to confirm compliance with our anti-slavery standards. As part of supplier selection and ongoing review for Fulham hedge trimming services we evaluate: labour practices, recruitment processes and sub-contractor relationships. These checks help mitigate risks associated with complex supply chains for hedging equipment, seasonal staff and subcontracted teams.

Our due diligence includes site visits, documentation reviews and risk-based audits. We prioritise suppliers who demonstrate transparency and a willingness to improve practices. Where audits identify concerns we implement remediation plans, set timelines for improvement and monitor progress closely. For higher-risk suppliers we may require independent verification or a third-party audit.

To support these activities we maintain a supplier code of conduct specific to Fulham hedge care and garden services. This code sets out minimum expectations and is included in procurement contracts. Failure to comply triggers corrective actions up to contract termination.

We provide multiple safe reporting channels to encourage confidential disclosures about suspected exploitation. Workers, subcontractors and members of the public can raise concerns through anonymous reporting lines, internal whistleblowing procedures and escalation to senior management. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and handled with care to protect confidentiality and prevent retaliation.

Our reporting framework specifically covers situations relevant to hedge trimming and garden maintenance: suspicious recruitment fees, withheld identity documents, unusual working hours without pay, and coerced or bonded labour. We ensure that any person raising a concern is supported and that appropriate safeguarding steps are taken without delay.

We also engage with industry bodies and local authorities in Fulham to share best practice and intelligence about modern slavery risks in landscaping, arboriculture and hedge cutting sectors. Collaboration helps strengthen detection and prevention across the broader supply network and local community.

Key elements of our program include:

• Zero-tolerance policy applied across all operations and suppliers
• Regular supplier audits and risk-based due diligence
• Accessible reporting channels and whistleblower protections
• Remediation and contract enforcement when issues are identified

We also maintain transparent records of our due diligence and audit outcomes specifically related to hedge maintenance and trimming in Fulham. These records allow us to measure performance and ensure continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Annual review: we will review and publish this modern slavery statement at least once every 12 months. The review process includes an assessment of policy effectiveness, audit findings, remediation results and any changes in legal or sector-specific risk. This annual review ensures our approach to preventing modern slavery in hedging services and Fulham-based operations remains robust and responsive.

By embedding these measures into day-to-day operations for Hedge Trimming Fulham and associated Fulham hedge trimming partners, we strive to eliminate modern slavery risks and protect workers throughout our value chain. We are committed to being vigilant, proactive and transparent as we pursue continuous improvement in ethical sourcing and labour standards.