Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Brent Cross Commitment

Hedge Trimming Brent Cross is firmly committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. We operate a clear, zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, child labour, or exploitation across our workforce and supply chains. All employees, contractors and subcontractors engaged in hedge trimming in Brent Cross are expected to comply with this stance. We will take proportionate remedial action if breaches are discovered, including termination of contracts where appropriate. Protection of vulnerable workers is a priority.

Our policy covers the full lifecycle of Brent Cross hedge trimming services: recruitment, onboarding, site work and replenishment of materials. We insist on fair pay, lawful working hours and safe working conditions for anyone performing hedgerow maintenance or hedge-trimming services in Brent Cross. We require records that demonstrate lawful entitlement to work and transparent pay practices to deter exploitation. The company culture emphasises respect, dignity and safety at every site, regardless of the scale of work.

To ensure effective implementation we perform targeted checks and supplier audits. Our supplier audit framework for local and regional providers includes:

• Verification of worker documentation and right-to-work checks;
• On-site visits and interviews with workers where practical;
• Assessment of payroll, recruitment fees, and contract terms to detect forced or bonded labour.

We conduct risk-based supplier due diligence for all companies supplying equipment, plant, waste disposal and labour for Brent Cross hedge-trimming projects. This includes pre-qualification screening and periodic reassessment. Where suppliers engage further subcontractors we require transparency about downstream supply chains. Our procurement teams and compliance officers use a combination of documentary review and physical checks to validate adherence to our standards and to the zero-tolerance approach.

Reporting channels are available and promoted for employees and third parties to raise concerns confidentially and without fear of retaliation. We maintain multiple safe channels so that anyone involved in hedge trimming — whether working on community hedgerows or commercial grounds in Brent Cross — can report suspected modern slavery. These channels include anonymous reporting mechanisms, secure escalation to the compliance team and documented whistleblowing procedures. All reports are logged, triaged and investigated promptly.

Allegations or indicators of forced labour are treated seriously and investigated by trained personnel. We use clear investigative protocols, evidence preservation and corrective action plans. Where appropriate, we will suspend relationships with suppliers pending investigations and cooperate with statutory authorities. Our approach is restorative for affected individuals while ensuring accountability for non-compliant parties.

Training, communication and continuous improvement are central to the Brent Cross hedge trimming anti-slavery programme. Staff receive regular instruction on recognising signs of exploitation, safe recruitment practices and how to use reporting channels. We also brief suppliers on expected standards for any Brent Cross hedge trimming engagements, requiring written acknowledgement of policies before mobilisation to sites.

We will conduct an annual review of our modern slavery actions, assessing policy effectiveness, outcomes of supplier audits, number and outcomes of investigations, and training uptake. Review findings will inform enhancements to procurement clauses, audit scopes and worker support arrangements. Our review cycle ensures that hedge-trimming operations in Brent Cross remain aligned with evolving best practice and legal obligations.

In conclusion, Hedge Trimming Brent Cross maintains a proactive stance against modern slavery with a zero-tolerance policy, robust supplier audits, multiple reporting channels and a formal annual review process. We commit to continual improvement and to acting decisively where issues are identified, safeguarding the rights and welfare of everyone involved in our hedge-trimming activities and supply chains.