Rubbish Removal Hackney Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the approach Rubbish Removal Hackney takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to act ethically, respect human rights and ensure that exploitation has no place in our services or any part of our value chain.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Rubbish Removal Hackney has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and child labour. This applies to every aspect of our business, including our employees, contractors, agency workers and all suppliers and subcontractors who support our rubbish removal, waste management and related services.

We are committed to operating transparently and with integrity. Any form of coercion, debt bondage, inhumane working conditions, or abuse of vulnerable workers is incompatible with our values and will result in immediate action, including termination of contracts and reporting to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Rubbish Removal Hackney provides rubbish removal and associated services across Hackney and surrounding areas. Our supply chain includes waste transfer and recycling facilities, vehicle and equipment providers, fuel and maintenance suppliers, and labour providers such as agencies and subcontractors.

We recognise that some areas of the waste and logistics sectors can carry heightened risks of labour exploitation. We therefore apply enhanced scrutiny to suppliers operating in higher-risk categories, such as temporary labour agencies, subcontracted crews and cleaning or maintenance providers.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All new suppliers and subcontractors are required to confirm that they comply with applicable labour, employment and human rights laws and that they do not engage in any form of modern slavery or human trafficking. Our standard purchasing and subcontractor terms incorporate clear expectations on ethical conduct, working conditions and worker welfare.

We conduct proportionate due diligence checks on suppliers, which may include pre-qualification questionnaires, verification of identity and business registration, and review of their labour practices. Where we identify increased risk, we may request additional information, conduct site visits or audits, and seek evidence of their own modern slavery policies and controls.

We reserve the right to conduct audits of suppliers, either announced or unannounced, to verify compliance with our standards. Any failure to meet these standards may lead to corrective action plans, close monitoring or termination of the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Rubbish Removal Hackney encourages all workers, suppliers, customers and other stakeholders to speak up if they have concerns about possible modern slavery or unethical labour practices associated with our operations or supply chain.

Concerns can be raised directly with our management team, through line managers or through designated reporting contacts within the business. Reports may be made confidentially, and we will take all concerns seriously, investigate them promptly and take appropriate remedial steps.

We do not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Where necessary, we will work with law enforcement, regulators or specialist organisations to address credible allegations of modern slavery.

Training and Awareness

We provide relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management and frontline operations, with information and guidance on identifying indicators of modern slavery risk. This includes recognising warning signs such as withholding of documents, restriction of movement, evidence of debt bondage, or signs of intimidation or abuse.

We aim to continue improving awareness among our employees so that modern slavery concerns are quickly identified and appropriately escalated.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains effective, up to date and aligned with best practice and evolving legal requirements. As part of the annual review, we assess any emerging risks in our sector, evaluate the effectiveness of our supplier due diligence and reporting mechanisms, and identify opportunities to strengthen our controls.

Rubbish Removal Hackney is committed to continuous improvement in our efforts to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking. We will continue to refine our processes, engage constructively with suppliers and stakeholders, and promote fair and respectful treatment of all workers connected to our business.

This statement has been approved by the management of Rubbish Removal Hackney and represents our ongoing commitment to ethical and responsible business conduct.