Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Limehouse Commitment
Hedge Trimming Limehouse operates a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to identifying, preventing and remedying any risks of exploitation within our operations and supply chain. This statement applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged in hedge maintenance in Limehouse and surrounding areas, and sets out the actions we take to ensure our hedge-trimming services remain free from forced labour, bonded labour and other forms of exploitation.
Policy and Leadership
Our leadership team endorses a clear, written policy that conveys a zero tolerance stance. The policy is regularly communicated across the firm and forms part of our procurement criteria for all Limehouse hedge trimming contractors. All staff and subcontractors receive guidance describing unacceptable practices and the consequences of non-compliance, reinforcing that Hedge-Trimming Limehouse expects lawful, ethical treatment of every worker.
To ensure practical implementation we use a risk-based approach, focusing on places and activities where the risk of modern slavery is higher. Supplier due diligence includes checks during onboarding and ongoing performance reviews. Our supplier audits evaluate:
- Employment documentation and right-to-work verification
- Working hours, pay practices and benefit records
- Subcontracting chains and use of labour intermediaries
We maintain clear responsibilities for anti-slavery compliance across the organisation. Managers overseeing hedge maintenance in Limehouse have specific duties to monitor crews, report concerns and ensure contractors follow our supplier code of conduct. Training is provided to procurement staff and crew supervisors to recognise signs of exploitation and to apply the company’s safeguarding procedures in the field.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Confidential reporting channels are available to all employees and external workers who wish to raise concerns about modern slavery. Reports can be made anonymously where permitted by law. We encourage early reporting and guarantee protection from retaliation. Key features of our reporting system include:
- Multiple, confidential reporting routes maintained by the business
- Independent investigation of concerns and documented outcomes
- Support measures for affected workers, including referral to specialist services
Supplier audits and routine spot checks form a core part of our monitoring framework. Where audits reveal non-compliance, we pursue corrective action plans and, when necessary, suspend or terminate relationships with suppliers who fail to remediate. In complex or higher-risk situations we deploy unannounced inspections and third-party assessments to verify improvements.
We support remediation for workers found to be affected by modern slavery practices, focusing on immediate safety, access to entitlements and recovery support. Our teams work with external advisers to secure lawful entitlement to pay and to assist with appropriate welfare and legal referrals. These measures are applied consistently across our hedge trimming services in Limehouse to ensure fair treatment and restoration of rights.
Monitoring and performance indicators measure our effectiveness. Metrics include audit completion rates, verified incidents remediated, training attendance and supplier compliance scores. Regular reviews of these KPIs inform procurement decisions and operational improvements for limehouse hedge maintenance and related services.
Annual review: this Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once a year to reflect lessons learned, changes in law and emerging risks. The annual review assesses the impact of our policies, audits and reporting systems, and identifies further actions to strengthen prevention across every part of the supply chain. Hedge Trimming Limehouse remains resolute: we will continue to enhance due diligence, support vulnerable workers and maintain transparent governance to combat modern slavery in all its forms.