Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Norbiton

Hedge Trimming Norbiton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to identifying, preventing and addressing the risks of forced labour and exploitation across our services, including Norbiton hedge trimming, garden maintenance and subcontracted landscaping activities. We recognise our responsibility not only to comply with legal obligations but to pursue best practice, embedding a culture of respect for human rights into our everyday work. Our approach is pragmatic, measurable and guided by an ethical procurement focus.

Zero-tolerance policy: We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery. All staff, contractors and suppliers are required to adhere to this policy as a condition of engagement. Any breach will result in immediate action, which may include termination of contracts, reporting to appropriate authorities and remedial support for affected individuals. We emphasise that Hedge Trim Norbiton expects transparency and lawful working conditions from everyone we engage with, and we will not accept practices that exploit workers or circumvent employment protections.

Supplier audits and due diligence

To manage supply chain risk the company conducts targeted supplier audits and due diligence checks. We prioritise suppliers and subcontractors with higher risk profiles, such as those providing seasonal labour or working through third-party agencies. Our supplier assessment process includes document checks, contractual clauses mandating compliance with labour standards, and on-site assessments where appropriate. Audits are documented and actions tracked to resolution. Key controls include:

• Verification of identity and right to work for workers on relevant sites;
• Contractual requirements requiring suppliers to comply with anti-slavery obligations;
• On-site inspections and worker interviews during routine checks.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We maintain confidential reporting channels so concerns about hedge trimming Norbiton services or suppliers can be raised without fear of retaliation. Workers, subcontractors and members of the public are encouraged to report suspected modern slavery through internal reporting mechanisms and designated, independent channels. Reports are triaged promptly, investigated by trained staff, and, where necessary, escalated to external authorities. Our reporting framework emphasises protection for whistleblowers, fair investigation processes and timely remediation for affected parties.

Training and awareness form integral parts of our preventative strategy. All employees involved in procurement, site supervision and contracting receive periodic training on identifying indicators of modern slavery, appropriate responses and escalation procedures. We also provide guidance to suppliers and require evidence of equivalent training in their organisations. By improving awareness across the supply chain, we reduce the likelihood that exploitative practices go unnoticed in local hedge trimming in Norbiton operations.

Annual review and continuous improvement We conduct an annual review of our modern slavery risk assessment, policies and remediation processes to ensure they remain effective and proportionate. The review examines audit outcomes, incident reports, supplier performance and emerging risks. Findings are reported to senior management and used to update our action plans, procurement terms and training content. Our commitment is ongoing: we will refine supplier audits, strengthen contractual safeguards and monitor progress against clear KPIs to drive continuous improvement across all Norbiton hedge trimming services.