Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Barnes Commitment

Hedge Trimming Barnes is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and human rights across all operations. We declare a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, human trafficking and any form of modern slavery in our services, including every aspect of hedge trimming in Barnes and related grounds maintenance works. This statement sets out how Barnes hedge trimming services identify, prevent and address modern slavery risks.

Our commitment applies to all employees, subcontractors and suppliers engaged in Hedge Trimming Barnes activities. We adopt a risk-based approach, focusing resources where the potential for exploitation is greatest, while treating all reports seriously. The policies described here form an integral part of our operational and procurement standards.

We maintain strict procurement controls for all suppliers and partners. As part of supplier due diligence for Hedge-Trimming Barnes, we require written confirmations of compliance with relevant labour laws and modern slavery clauses in contracts. Supplier audits and assessments are conducted periodically to ensure adherence to our standards and to identify any remediation needs.

Audit procedures include on-site inspections, document reviews and worker interviews where appropriate. Our vendor review checklist assesses recruitment practices, wage payment, working hours, living conditions for any provided accommodation and evidence of freedom of movement. For high-risk suppliers we perform enhanced audits and request corrective action plans, monitored until satisfactory closure.

We have established clear reporting channels to make it as easy as possible to raise concerns about modern slavery abuses related to Barnes hedge trimming operations. Employees, contractors and third parties can report issues via anonymous reporting mechanisms, secure online forms and a dedicated internal reporting system. All reports are investigated promptly and confidentially.

Reports are handled by trained case officers who follow documented investigation protocols. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and offer support measures for affected workers. Transparency in investigation outcomes and remedial actions is a priority, whilst preserving privacy where required by law and safety considerations.

Our training program ensures staff and subcontractors understand the risks of modern slavery and how to use our reporting channels effectively. Training covers indicators of forced labour specific to grounds maintenance and hedge trimming in Barnes, and the contractual obligations of suppliers. We update training content regularly to reflect evolving risks and best practices.

Governance for this modern slavery statement is overseen at senior management level, with responsibilities assigned for policy enforcement, supplier due diligence and reporting oversight. Annual review cycles ensure the policy remains effective, relevant and aligned with legal requirements and industry standards. Improvements identified through audits, reports or stakeholder feedback are incorporated into our action plans.

We publish progress on our modern slavery initiatives and monitor key performance indicators such as number of supplier audits completed, remediation cases closed and staff trained. Key elements of our approach include:

• Zero-tolerance policy communicated across the organisation and embedded into contracts.
• Regular supplier audits with risk-based frequency and follow-up measures.
• Multiple reporting channels protecting confidentiality and encouraging early disclosure.
• Annual review and continuous improvement of policies and training.