Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Hainault Commitment

Hedge Trimming Hainault is committed to a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business. This statement sets out how our hedge-trimming in Hainault operations, contractors and supply chains are monitored and managed to prevent exploitation. We recognise our responsibility to ensure that every person who works with or for Hainault hedge trimming is treated with dignity and respect.

Scope: This policy applies to all employees, seasonal workers, subcontractors and suppliers engaged in hedge-trimming Hainault activities. We require that employment is freely chosen, that workers have freedom of movement, and that no fees are charged for recruitment. All sites, teams and third-party providers must adhere to these baseline expectations and related local labour laws.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We conduct robust supplier audits and due diligence on the supply chain that supports our hedge trimming services in Hainault. Our supplier management program includes:

• Pre-engagement checks — verification of identity, legal compliance and employment practices.
• Risk-based audits — scheduled and unannounced inspections focused on higher-risk suppliers.
• Contract clauses — written obligations prohibiting forced labour and requiring corrective action plans.

These steps are designed to identify and mitigate risks before contracts are awarded and throughout ongoing relationships.

Policies, Training and Communication

We maintain clear written policies that reflect our anti-slavery stance for hedge-trimming Hainault projects. All staff receive regular training on recognising signs of exploitation, correct recruitment practices and escalation procedures. Supervisors and managers complete enhanced training to ensure compliance with policy and to promote a culture in which concerns are acted upon swiftly.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple secure reporting channels to enable safe and confidential reporting of potential slavery or trafficking concerns within our Hainault hedge trimming operations. Reporting options include anonymous hotlines, internal reporting to trained safeguarding officers and an independent escalation route for serious allegations. Reports are handled sensitively and investigated promptly, with protections in place for whistleblowers and victims.

Each report triggers a documented investigation, and where necessary we cooperate with law enforcement and employment agencies. We use a case-management approach to track actions taken, remedial measures implemented and support offered to any affected individuals.

Remediation and Contractual Measures — Where non-compliance is identified, Hedge-Trimming Hainault will require prompt corrective actions. This may include termination of contracts for serious breaches, mandatory remediation plans, and financial restitution where appropriate. Our contractual templates include specific clauses requiring adherence to anti-slavery obligations and grant us the right to audit and seek remedy if exploitative practices are discovered.

We believe that collaboration reduces risk: we work closely with suppliers to build capacity, share best practice and require transparent records of worker employment terms, hours and pay. Where subcontracting is permitted, primary contractors must ensure traceability and accountability throughout the chain of supply for hedge-trimming services in Hainault.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement — This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to reflect operational changes, new risks and lessons learned from audits and reported incidents. The annual review includes performance metrics such as number of supplier audits completed, incidents reported, investigations closed and corrective actions implemented. We publish updates on progress and maintain an internal improvement plan to strengthen safeguards across our Hainault hedge trimming business.