Modern Slavery Statement — Hedge Trimming Barbican

Hedge Trimming Barbican is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This modern slavery statement applies to our services including hedge trimming in Barbican, maintenance activities, subcontracting and related procurement. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward forced labour, bonded labour, child labour and any exploitation of workers engaged directly or indirectly with Barbican hedge trimming activities.

We require that all staff, contractors and suppliers adhere to our standards and contractual clauses that prohibit slavery and human trafficking. Our policy is explicit: any breach is treated as a serious disciplinary matter, potentially leading to termination of employment or supplier contracts. The policy covers working hours, wages, recruitment practices and freedom of movement for those involved in Barbican hedge trimming and associated landscape services.

To support transparency and compliance, Hedge Trimming Barbican operates a programme of supplier audits and checks. Suppliers are selected and evaluated on criteria which include labour standards, evidence of lawful employment practices and clear chains of responsibility. Where high-risk indicators appear, we conduct enhanced due diligence and on-site inspections to verify conditions and remedial actions.

Our supplier audit framework includes a combination of desktop assessments, documentary reviews and physical site visits. We require written confirmations from suppliers that they comply with anti-slavery legislation and that they pass these standards on to their subcontractors. Audit outcomes are recorded and categorised by risk level, with a clear escalation process for non-compliance.

Reporting channels are in place so that employees, subcontractors and third parties can raise concerns safely and confidentially. Reports can be made internally through line management or designated reporting mechanisms, and all allegations are investigated promptly. We emphasise anonymity and protection from retaliation to encourage open reporting of any suspected exploitation in hedge maintenance in the Barbican or related supply chains.

To ensure awareness, our workforce receives training on recognising signs of modern slavery and how to use reporting channels. Training materials include case examples relevant to Barbican hedge care operations, guidance on ethical recruitment practices and the responsibilities of managers in responding to disclosures. We support a culture where raising concerns is expected and supported.

Contractual obligations require suppliers to notify Hedge Trimming Barbican immediately on discovery of any potential slavery or human trafficking incidents. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate contracts where remedial measures are inadequate. Our procurement team applies screening tools during supplier selection to identify risks early in the procurement lifecycle for Barbican hedge trimming services.

We operate a regular review cycle for this modern slavery and human trafficking policy. An annual review, conducted by senior management and supported by legal and compliance advisors, assesses the effectiveness of due diligence, audit results, training uptake and reported incidents. The annual review informs improvements in policy, supplier engagement and targeted audits.

Hedge Trimming Barbican will continue to strengthen controls and collaborate with partners to reduce the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to measurable improvements, including increasing supplier audit coverage, refining risk assessment methodologies and enhancing whistleblowing protections. This statement reflects our ongoing pledge to uphold human rights across all aspects of hedge trimming services in the Barbican, and to act decisively when standards are not met.