Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Regents Park Commitment

Hedge Trimming Regents Park is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, exploitation, or trafficking in the provision of gardening and maintenance services. This statement sets out our approach to due diligence, supplier oversight, reporting channels and the annual review process that supports our compliance and continuous improvement.

Our commitment covers all aspects of Hedge trimming in Regents Park activities including direct staff, contractors and subcontractors. All team members and partners are required to adhere to our code of conduct and employment standards which explicitly prohibit coercive practices and unsafe working conditions. We emphasise ethical recruitment and fair pay as core elements of responsible grounds maintenance and park hedge services.

To reinforce these standards, Hedge-Trimming Regents Park undertakes targeted supplier audits and risk assessments. We use a proportionate risk-based approach to identify high-risk suppliers and contractual relationships, focusing on labour-sourcing practices and the use of temporary labour. Supplier audits include documentation checks, on-site visits and interviews with workers where appropriate to verify working conditions and wage compliance.

Due Diligence, Supplier Audits and Remediation

We require prospective and existing suppliers to complete pre-qualification questionnaires and to provide transparency on their labour practices. Our procurement process for Regents Park hedge trimming expressly includes compliance with modern slavery standards as a condition of engagement. Where audits identify concerns, we work collaboratively with suppliers to implement remediation plans and, if necessary, terminate relationships that do not remediate satisfactorily.

As part of our supplier oversight we maintain records of audits, corrective actions and outcomes. We also employ spot checks and worker welfare interviews, especially in supply chains involving manual labour such as hedge cutting, disposal of green waste and seasonal maintenance teams. These measures ensure that our network of subcontractors and labour suppliers maintain consistent standards.

Our expectations are clearly set out in supplier contracts and include the right to conduct unannounced inspections. Key controls include:

• Verification of employment contracts and identities
• Checks on payment of wages and absence of illegal deductions
• Assessment of recruitment intermediaries and labour agencies

Reporting Channels and Worker Protections

Hedge Trimming Regents Park maintains multiple confidential reporting channels so workers and third parties can raise concerns without fear of retaliation. We promote internal whistleblowing pathways and require our suppliers to provide accessible mechanisms for their workers. Reports are investigated promptly, and where exploitation is found we take decisive action in line with our zero-tolerance stance.

Training and awareness-raising form an important part of our prevention strategy. Managers, procurement staff and site supervisors receive regular training to spot indicators of modern slavery and to respond appropriately. We encourage open communication and support vulnerable workers through remediation plans that prioritise safety and legal protections.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement: We review this Modern Slavery Statement and our policies at least once every 12 months. The annual review evaluates our effectiveness, audit findings, incidents and corrective actions. Outcomes of each review inform updated risk assessments, supplier engagement strategies and further training. Hedge trimming Regents Park is committed to evolving our processes to address emerging risks and to maintain the highest standards of ethical supply chain management.