Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Honor Oak

Hedge Trimming Honor Oak is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement sets out our approach to identifying, reducing and remediating risks related to forced labour, debt bondage, involuntary work and other forms of exploitation across our services, including hedge trimming in Honor Oak and related grounds maintenance activities. We unequivocally adopt a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery and expect the same high standards from our contractors and suppliers.

We recognise that risks may occur at multiple points in a supply chain for local and contracted services such as Honor Oak hedge trimming, from seasonal labour recruitment to subcontracted landscaping teams. Our policy is to conduct due diligence to mitigate these risks and to ensure fair, safe and lawful working conditions for everyone associated with our business.

Our zero-tolerance stance is supported by clear internal policies and training. All staff and contractors are informed that exploitation is unacceptable and will lead to disciplinary action or termination of contracts. We train supervisory staff to spot signs of forced labour, document suspicious practices and escalate concerns through our reporting channels immediately.

Prevention and Supplier Audits

We operate a structured supplier management programme for hedge-trimming suppliers and subcontractors. Before engagement, suppliers must confirm they comply with our standards and complete a risk assessment. We carry out regular supplier audits, including site visits and documentation checks, to verify compliance with labour, health and safety and immigration laws. These measures apply to all contractors providing Hedge-Trimming Honor Oak services and allied trades.

Audits are a core control: we use a combination of self-assessment questionnaires, on-site inspections and interviews with workers. Non-compliance triggers corrective action plans, re-audits and, where necessary, contract termination. We prioritise transparency, and suppliers are required to maintain records relating to recruitment fees, working hours, wage payments and identity documentation.

Our procurement team evaluates suppliers on ethical performance as well as cost and capability. Where we identify systemic risk, we work collaboratively with partners to improve conditions, provide training and, if needed, withdraw business from persistently non-compliant providers.

Reporting Channels and Remediation

We maintain safe, confidential and accessible reporting channels for employees, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. Reports may be made through internal whistleblowing mechanisms or via designated managers. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and documented. We ensure there are protections against retaliation for those who raise concerns in good faith.

When a potential case is identified, we follow a victim-centred approach: ensuring safety, access to advice, legal assistance where necessary and working with appropriate authorities and specialist organisations. We keep records of incidents and outcomes and apply remedies that prioritise victim recovery and accountability.

We maintain a continuous improvement cycle: lessons learned from incidents shape our policies, supplier expectations and training materials. Our statement and practices cover operations such as hedge trimming Honor Oak, seasonal contracting and any associated activities where vulnerability to exploitation exists.

Annual Review and Governance

We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our associated procedures. Senior management will review audit findings, incident reports and emerging risks at least once a year. This review informs updates to our supplier audit schedule, employee training programmes and contractual terms to strengthen protections against exploitation.

Progress is reported to the company leadership and integrated into broader compliance and risk management frameworks. We will continue to refine our approach to mitigate modern slavery risks in all aspects of our work providing hedge trimming services in Honor Oak, ensuring that our community and workforce are treated with dignity and respect.