Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Sudbury Commitment

Hedge Trimming Sudbury confirms its unwavering commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement describes our approach across the Sudbury hedge trimming service, including procurement and subcontracted work. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for any form of forced labour, child exploitation or human trafficking, and we expect the same high standards from suppliers who support our hedge trimming in Sudbury operations.

As a provider of Sudbury hedge trimming services we recognise the responsibility to keep our workforce and supply chain free from exploitation. All staff, contractors and partners must adhere to our code of conduct which incorporates labour rights, safe working conditions and lawful employment practices. We ensure that recruitment is transparent and that employees are never charged recruitment fees and have access to their own identity documents.

Our zero-tolerance approach is enforced through clear policies and visible leadership. Senior management at HedgeTrimming Sudbury lead regular briefings and training so that frontline crews and administrative staff can identify potential indicators of modern slavery and report concerns promptly and safely. The company emphasises that any confirmed breach will result in immediate corrective action, up to and including contract termination.

Supplier Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We apply a risk-based approach to supplier management for all aspects of hedge trimming in Sudbury, from materials to subcontract labour. Supplier selection requires documented verification of employment practices and compliance with applicable laws. Supplier audits are conducted periodically and after any red-flag incident to verify working hours, wage records and living conditions where relevant.

Audit activities include site visits, document reviews and worker interviews and are carried out by trained staff or approved third-party auditors. Typical audit steps include:

• Verification of identity and employment contracts
• Review of payroll, time records and benefits
• Interviews with workers to confirm voluntary employment

Where audits highlight non-compliance we require a corrective action plan with clear timelines. Repeated or serious breaches result in termination of the supplier relationship and escalation to relevant authorities if necessary.

Reporting Channels, Training and Annual Review

Hedge Trimming Sudbury maintains multiple reporting channels to encourage prompt, safe and confidential reporting. Employees and third parties can use internal reporting routes, raise concerns to management, or use an independent reporting facility. We emphasise that reports can be made confidentially and without fear of retaliation; all reports are investigated impartially and promptly.

In addition to reporting, we provide regular training to staff and contractors on identifying signs of exploitation and the correct steps to escalate concerns. Training materials are periodically updated and include practical examples relevant to Sudbury hedge trimming activities. We also maintain a register of incidents and actions taken to ensure continuous learning and improvement.

Our approach is reviewed at least annually by senior leadership to assess effectiveness and to ensure policies remain robust and relevant. The annual review includes analysis of audit outcomes, incident reports, supplier performance and training completion rates. Where improvements are identified we update procedures, strengthen supplier selection criteria and allocate resources to high-risk areas to further reduce the risk of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains.