Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Canary Wharf Commitment

Hedge Trimming Canary Wharf is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations and supply chain. This statement sets out our approach to identifying, preventing and addressing the risks of slavery and labour exploitation related to our hedge maintenance and Canary Wharf hedge trimming services. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, child labour, servitude or human trafficking within both direct employment and third-party arrangements.

Our commitment covers all employees, temporary workers and contractors who support Canary Wharf hedge care and associated landscaping projects. We require all team members and subcontractors to adhere to our policies that protect worker rights, ensure fair pay and preserve the dignity of every person engaged in hedge cutting, pruning and site maintenance. We emphasize transparent contractual terms and lawful working conditions as core expectations.

We conduct risk-based due diligence across our supply chain for hedge trimming in Canary Wharf and surrounding zones. The assessment process considers geographic, sector and supplier-specific factors, and includes checks on recruitment practices, working hours and wage compliance. Where risks are identified, we develop remediation plans with suppliers and monitor progress until issues are resolved, or stronger action is taken.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Procurement Standards

Our zero-tolerance stance means any evidence of modern slavery in connection with our hedge trimming services triggers immediate investigation and decisive response. We will suspend or terminate contracts with suppliers found to be complicit in labour abuses and may report criminal conduct to the relevant authorities. Procurement for hedge maintenance Canary Wharf projects embeds anti-slavery clauses into contracts and requires certification of workforce rights.

To ensure compliance, we carry out regular supplier audits and inspections focused on labour conditions, documentation and ethical recruitment. Audit activities include:

• Verification of identity and entitlement to work;
• Review of payroll records and wage payments;
• Worker interviews and site inspections;
• Assessment of recruitment agent practices and third-party labour providers.

Audit findings inform corrective action plans; we require verified remediation within specified timeframes and escalate persistent non-compliance to contract termination.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple, confidential reporting channels for anyone concerned about modern slavery in hedge trimming activities in the Canary Wharf area. Staff and subcontractors are encouraged to report suspected exploitation through secure, anonymous channels, which can include direct management reporting, an independent whistleblowing service and internal compliance teams. All reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly with appropriate protections for whistleblowers.

Our approach includes training for managers and on-site supervisors so they can recognise signs of exploitation, respond sensitively to disclosures and direct potential victims to support. We promote a culture where raising concerns is supported, and where retaliation is strictly prohibited under our policies.

We publish the results of our compliance efforts annually and review our policies each year. The annual review assesses effectiveness, updates risk assessments for hedge trimming and landscape supply chains, and revises audit frequency or scope where necessary. Continuous improvement is central: we refine supplier selection criteria, enhance contract terms and expand training to reflect emerging risks.

Hedge trimming Canary Wharf practices are aligned with applicable labour and human rights legislation and industry best practice. We maintain a programme of documentation, record-keeping and evidence collection to support compliance and enforcement actions. Where remediation is required, we prioritise restoring workers' rights, recovery of owed wages and ensuring safe, voluntary employment going forward.

We collaborate with industry peers, local authorities and ethical recruitment bodies to strengthen protections for vulnerable workers engaged in hedge maintenance and broader landscaping services in Canary Wharf. Through partnership, supplier engagement and transparent reporting we aim to reduce the prevalence of modern slavery in our sector.

Finally, this Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed and approved at senior management level every year and updated publicly to reflect progress and new measures. Hedge trimming in Canary Wharf remains committed to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and supply chain.