Rubbish Removal Haringey Modern Slavery Statement

Rubbish Removal Haringey is committed to conducting all aspects of our business in a manner that upholds human rights, dignity, and fair treatment. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains.

Modern slavery is a crime and a grave violation of fundamental human rights. It includes slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, bonded labour, and human trafficking. Rubbish Removal Haringey recognises its responsibility to identify, prevent, and address any risk of modern slavery and to continually improve our practices in this area.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Rubbish Removal Haringey maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, contractor, or organisation involved in such practices. This applies to all aspects of our business, including direct employment, agency workers, subcontractors, and suppliers involved in the provision of waste collection, recycling, transport, and related services.

We expect all those who work with or for us to share this commitment. Any breach of this policy will result in immediate review and may lead to termination of contracts, referral to the relevant authorities, and other appropriate remedial actions.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Our services include residential and commercial rubbish removal, clearance, and recycling activities within Haringey and surrounding areas. While much of our work is delivered directly by our own staff, we also rely on a network of suppliers and subcontractors for vehicles, equipment, waste processing facilities, uniforms, and ancillary services.

We recognise that modern slavery risks can arise at various points in these supply chains, particularly in sectors involving manual labour, logistics, and outsourced services. We are committed to identifying these risks and acting promptly to address them.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Rubbish Removal Haringey is in the process of integrating modern slavery requirements into our supplier selection, onboarding, and contract renewal procedures. We expect suppliers to comply with all relevant labour laws, provide fair working conditions, and actively prevent forced or exploitative labour practices in their own operations and supply chains.

We carry out proportionate checks on existing and new suppliers based on the nature of the goods or services provided and the assessed level of risk. These checks may include reviewing policy documents, obtaining written confirmations of compliance, conducting site visits where appropriate, and requesting evidence of workforce safeguards. Where concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier to address them or, where necessary, end the relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting

We are committed to raising awareness among our employees about the risks and indicators of modern slavery. Relevant staff members, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and contract management, receive guidance to help them identify potential warning signs and understand how to respond.

Rubbish Removal Haringey encourages a culture of openness. Employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking within our operations or supply chain. Concerns can be raised directly with line managers, senior management, or via designated internal reporting channels. All reports will be treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly. We will not tolerate any form of victimisation of individuals who raise concerns in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with best practice and legal requirements. As part of this review, we assess the effectiveness of our due diligence measures, supplier checks, training, and reporting processes, and identify opportunities for improvement.

Rubbish Removal Haringey is committed to strengthening our approach over time, engaging with suppliers and stakeholders to reduce the risk of modern slavery and uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct throughout our business and supply chains.