Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Purley

Hedge Trimming Purley is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all parts of our business. We operate with a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, bonded labour, or human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. This statement sets out how Purley hedge trimming services identify, assess and mitigate risks of modern slavery and how we will continue to strengthen compliance with ethical labour standards.

Our commitment and scope

We recognise our responsibility as a local service provider — whether operating as Hedge trimming in Purley or under associated trading names — to ensure that workers are treated fairly. We require all employees, contractors and partners to adhere to our standards. We will not tolerate exploitation and will take decisive action against any breaches of this policy, including termination of contracts and reporting to relevant authorities.

Suppliers and contractors engaged in Hedge-Trimming Purley activities are expected to comply with our code of conduct. We conduct supplier due diligence to confirm that employment practices are legal and ethical. Where risk is identified, we apply targeted supplier audits and corrective action plans. Our contracting process explicitly prohibits the use of child labour and forced labour and includes contractual clauses to enforce these requirements.

We operate a robust supplier audit programme designed to detect and deter modern slavery. Audits for our Purley hedge-trimming suppliers include document reviews, site visits and worker interviews. Key audit elements include:

• Verification of worker identity and right to work
• Review of payroll and working hours
• Assessment of recruitment fees and third-party labour providers
• Evaluation of accommodation and living conditions where provided

Reporting channels are available to all staff, subcontractors and suppliers, including secure and confidential mechanisms. We maintain clear whistleblowing procedures so concerns about modern slavery can be raised without fear of retaliation. Reports are investigated promptly by trained personnel and escalated to senior management where appropriate. We encourage anonymous reporting and provide protection for those who come forward in good faith.

Recruitment practices across our Purley hedge trimming operations are governed by clear policies to prevent exploitation. We perform pre-employment checks, verify certifications, and ensure fair contracts. Training is provided to managers and field teams to recognise signs of exploitation and to reinforce our no tolerance stance. Where third-party labour is used, we require transparent records and direct communication channels between workers and our compliance team.

Monitoring, enforcement and governance

Our governance structure assigns responsibility for modern slavery compliance to senior leadership and designated compliance officers. Regular monitoring includes performance metrics, audit results and incident reviews. Non-compliance triggers remediation steps, supplier improvement plans or contract termination. We keep records of audits, investigations and remedial measures to ensure accountability and continuous improvement across the Purley hedge trimming supply base.

We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our policies. Each year we will evaluate the effectiveness of our supplier audits, reporting channels and staff training, and update our approach in response to new risks or incidents. The annual review will include feedback from stakeholders, audit outcomes and lessons learned from any investigations.

In conclusion, the team providing hedge trimming services in Purley pledges to uphold high ethical standards and to work proactively to eradicate modern slavery. Our zero-tolerance policy, combined with rigorous supplier audits, secure reporting channels and a committed annual review process, forms the basis of our ongoing efforts. We will continue to strengthen partnerships and systems to ensure that all workers connected to our operations are treated with dignity and respect.