Modern Slavery Statement — Lawn Mowing Mortlake

Lawn Mowing Mortlake is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of its operations. This statement outlines our policies and practical steps to identify and mitigate risks across our services, including Mortlake lawn mowing and related lawncare services. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, bonded labour, or exploitation and require the same standards from contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers who support our Mortlake lawn services.

We maintain a clear zero-tolerance policy that prohibits exploitation across our workforce and supply chain. All staff and partners involved in lawn mowing in Mortlake are required to comply with this policy. Violations are treated seriously: any evidence of modern slavery will result in immediate action, including contract termination, referral to authorities where appropriate, and remedial measures for affected individuals. We emphasise prevention, detection and remediation as core elements of our approach.

As part of our supplier due diligence we conduct regular supplier audits and assessments. Our supplier audit programme is risk-based and includes on-site inspections, document reviews and third-party verification for high-risk providers. Key components of our supplier audits include:

• Verification of employment terms and evidence that workers are paid fairly and voluntarily;
• Checks for valid identity documentation and freedom of movement;
• Review of recruitment practices to ensure no fees are charged to workers;
• Assessment of health and safety, accommodation and working conditions.

Our reporting channels enable workers, suppliers and members of the public to raise concerns confidentially and securely. We provide multiple internal reporting routes for staff and contractors, supported by clear escalation procedures for serious allegations. Reports are investigated promptly by trained personnel and where appropriate we engage external investigators. We have an emphasis on protecting whistleblowers from retaliation and ensuring that any corrective action is tracked and monitored.

We undertake regular risk assessments and supply chain mapping to identify where forced labour risks are most likely to arise. This assessment covers direct employees, subcontracted yard teams, machinery suppliers and labour providers used in seasonal peaks. Using data from audits, local intelligence and industry indicators, we update our risk register and prioritise actions for high-risk categories of supply related to Mortlake lawn care and adjacent services.

Procurement and contracting clauses now include modern slavery provisions. Our contractual terms require suppliers to comply with labour and human rights standards and to permit audits and corrective actions. Where suppliers fail to meet our standards, we insist on remediation plans or terminate agreements. We also focus on capacity building by offering supplier training and sharing best practice to improve working conditions across the Mortlake lawn maintenance sector.

Accountability and governance underpin our approach. Senior management and the board review modern slavery risks annually, and a designated compliance lead oversees policy implementation across all Mortlake lawn mowing operations.

Annual Review

Each year we publish a consolidated review of activity, progress on audit outcomes, remediation cases and risk trends. This annual review ensures continuous improvement and alignment with evolving legal and ethical expectations.

Training and awareness are integral to enforcement. All staff and contractors receive mandatory training on recognising signs of modern slavery, how to report concerns and the standards we expect. We use targeted training for procurement staff and site supervisors to equip them with the skills to spot and respond to risks in Mortlake lawn services. Responsibility for compliance is embedded in job descriptions and performance reviews.

In summary, Lawn Mowing Mortlake and its associated Mortlake lawn mowing teams are committed to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and supply chains. We maintain a robust zero-tolerance stance, conduct supplier audits, provide secure reporting channels and perform an annual review to measure effectiveness and drive improvement. We will continue to strengthen procurement practices, monitor suppliers, and support remedial action for any affected individuals to ensure ethical and responsible lawncare throughout the Mortlake community.