Modern Slavery Statement — Lawn Mowing Hackney
Lawn Mowing Hackney is committed to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our firm zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking and any form of exploitation. We recognise our responsibility as a local service provider of Hackney lawn mowing and related grounds maintenance to act decisively where risks are identified. The policy applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged in lawn-mowing services across Hackney and surrounding areas, and will be enforced through contractual obligations and monitoring.
Our scope includes direct staff, seasonal workers, subcontractors and third-party suppliers delivering materials, equipment or labour. We require all people providing services for Lawn Mowing Hackney to adhere to the same standards and to ensure transparent employment terms. We emphasise that, as a provider of lawn-mowing in Hackney and related landscape services, we will not tolerate any practice that undermines the dignity and rights of workers.
Governance and accountability are central to our approach. The Board and senior management maintain oversight of the anti-slavery programme and have appointed a nominated officer responsible for implementing controls. Our enforcement measures include:
- Inclusion of anti-slavery clauses in supplier contracts;
- Mandatory supplier audits and risk-based checks; and
- Worker interview protocols during on-site inspections.
Prevention and Due Diligence
We take a risk-based approach to prevention. Before onboarding a supplier of mower hire, turf, or landscaping labour we conduct documented checks that examine employment practices, right-to-work evidence and pay processes. Our supplier selection for lawn mowing Hackney contracts emphasises transparency, legal compliance and clear chains of responsibility, so that risks are identified early and mitigated through contractual safeguards.
Regular supplier audits form a core defensive measure. These inspections, which may be announced or unannounced, evaluate recruitment channels, wage payment methods, working conditions and housing arrangements where provided. Audit frequency is determined by risk profile: higher-risk suppliers of materials or labour for Hackney lawn-mowing projects will be audited more frequently and may be required to submit corrective action plans.
Training and awareness are embedded across our workforce. Staff involved in procurement, supervision and site operations receive training on recognising signs of exploitation and on how to escalate concerns. We use contractual remedies and remediation plans where breaches are identified, and we reserve the right to cease relationships with suppliers that fail to address modern slavery risks satisfactorily.
Reporting Channels, Remediation and Annual Review
We provide clear reporting channels for workers, subcontractors and others to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. These channels include anonymous reporting mechanisms and escalation to our nominated officer. To encourage reporting and protect individuals, we maintain confidentiality protocols and do not tolerate retaliation. Key reporting mechanisms include:
- Anonymous reporting through an internal hotline and third-party reporting service;
- Direct escalation to the nominated compliance lead; and
- Formal referral to law enforcement or regulatory bodies when appropriate.
Where exploitation is identified, our first priority is the welfare and safety of affected individuals. Remediation may include immediate removal from harmful conditions, referral to support services, repayment of withheld wages, and cooperation with authorities. We also require supplier-driven corrective actions and verify completion through follow-up audits. Our approach is victim-centred and focuses on rapid, proportionate remedies.
We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and associated procedures. Each year the Board will review our policies, audit findings, remediation outcomes and training effectiveness to ensure continuous improvement across all aspects of Hackney lawn mowing operations. This statement will be revised as needed to reflect legislative changes, emerging risks and lessons learned from supplier engagement and incident responses. By publishing this statement we reaffirm our determination to uphold human rights and to act with integrity in all our lawn and grounds maintenance activities across Hackney.
