Modern Slavery Statement for Hedge Trimming Spitalfields
Our Purpose and Scope
Hedge Trimming Spitalfields is committed to operating with the highest standards of integrity and respect for human rights across all our operations and the supply chain for Spitalfields hedge trimming services. This statement outlines our
zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery, the steps we take to identify and mitigate risk, and our ongoing commitments to continuous improvement. We recognise that slavery, forced labour and human trafficking are criminal abuses that can be hidden in supply chains and subcontracted services, and we will not tolerate them in any form.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
Our policy is clear:
no form of modern slavery or exploitation is acceptable within our business, including work carried out by sub-contractors engaged to carry out hedge care in Spitalfields and associated grounds maintenance. All personnel, contractors and suppliers are expected to act in accordance with this policy. Any confirmed instance of forced labour, bonded labour, or human trafficking will result in immediate remedial action, including termination of contracts and referral to the appropriate authorities where necessary.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We undertake targeted due diligence on suppliers to our hedge trimming services in the Spitalfields area to reduce the risk of modern slavery. This includes pre-engagement checks, contractual requirements and ongoing monitoring. Our supplier audit programme comprises:
- Risk-based assessments of suppliers and subcontractors;
- On-site and remote audits of working conditions and documentation;
- Verification of wage records, working hours and right-to-work checks;
- Remediation plans and follow-up audits where concerns are identified.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We provide clear and accessible reporting channels for staff, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about exploitation, including forced or unpaid labour related to hedge trimmers Spitalfields operations. Reports can be made confidentially and, where requested, anonymously. All allegations are taken seriously, investigated promptly and handled sensitively.
We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and ensure that corrective actions are tracked until resolution.
Training, Policies and Contractual Controls
To reinforce our commitments we deliver regular training to employees and line managers involved in procurement, site supervision and the management of Spitalfields hedge trimming contracts. Our standard contracts include explicit clauses prohibiting modern slavery and requiring suppliers to cooperate with audits. We use
clear contractual remedies and escalation procedures where breaches are found, and we support suppliers to meet required standards.
Monitoring, Metrics and Continuous Improvement
Implementation is measured through a set of key performance indicators including the number of supplier audits completed, findings closed, corrective actions implemented and training completion rates. We maintain a register of reported incidents and outcomes to inform risk-based decisions and improvements. Collaboration with industry peers and local stakeholders supports best practice in Spitalfields hedge care and wider landscaping services.
Annual Review and Governance
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by our senior management team and governance board to ensure policies, due diligence processes and reporting mechanisms remain effective and proportionate. The review assesses risk, audit results, training effectiveness and the delivery of remediation measures.
We commit to publishing updates to reflect progress and any changes to our approach. Through these measures Hedge Trimming Spitalfields seeks to make a tangible contribution to eliminating modern slavery from our operations and supply chain, ensuring ethical and lawful labour practices across all hedge trimming and maintenance activities.