Rubbish Collection Harringay Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Rubbish Collection Harringay to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting our business ethically, transparently, and in compliance with applicable legislation relating to modern slavery.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Rubbish Collection Harringay has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, servitude, and child labour in any part of our business or supply chain. We expect the same standard of commitment from all parties with whom we work, including suppliers, contractors, and other business partners.

We are committed to ensuring that all workers associated with our services are treated ethically, with dignity and respect, and that they work in conditions that are safe, fair, and lawful. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and can result in termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities, and other corrective actions as appropriate.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Rubbish Collection Harringay provides waste and recycling collection services to residential, commercial, and community clients in Harringay and surrounding areas. Our supply chains include providers of waste containers and equipment, vehicle maintenance and fuel, personal protective equipment, cleaning services, and other operational support.

We recognise that certain parts of our supply chain, particularly those involving manual labour and outsourced services, may carry a higher risk of modern slavery. We therefore apply enhanced scrutiny and ongoing monitoring of those areas to help ensure they remain free from exploitation and abuse.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We require all suppliers and contractors to comply with our standards on labour, human rights, and ethical conduct as a condition of doing business with Rubbish Collection Harringay. Our procurement process includes an assessment of modern slavery risks and the expectation that suppliers uphold fair employment practices throughout their own operations and supply chains.

We conduct risk-based supplier audits to verify compliance with our modern slavery expectations. These audits may include on-site visits, review of employment records, worker interviews, and assessments of health and safety conditions. Where we identify concerns, we work with suppliers to agree corrective action plans and follow up to confirm improvements. Persistent non-compliance or refusal to cooperate with audits can result in suspension or termination of our business relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels

We provide training and guidance to managers and relevant staff to help them recognise indicators of modern slavery and to understand their responsibilities in preventing it. This includes information on common risk factors, appropriate due diligence, and the steps to take if concerns arise.

Rubbish Collection Harringay has clear and confidential channels for reporting suspected modern slavery. Employees, agency workers, suppliers, and members of the public are encouraged to raise any concerns about exploitation, trafficking, or unsafe working practices associated with our operations or supply chain. Reports can be made to line managers, our senior management team, or through our whistleblowing arrangements, without fear of victimisation or retaliation.

All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as sensitively as possible. Where allegations are substantiated, we will take appropriate remedial and disciplinary action and, where necessary, cooperate with law enforcement and other competent authorities.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing process that requires continuous improvement. Rubbish Collection Harringay is committed to regularly reviewing and enhancing our policies, procedures, and due diligence measures to address emerging risks and best practice.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis by our senior management team. As part of that review, we evaluate the effectiveness of our supplier audits, training programmes, reporting mechanisms, and overall risk management approach. Where opportunities for improvement are identified, we set clear objectives and implement changes to strengthen our defences against modern slavery.

This statement reflects the position of Rubbish Collection Harringay for the current financial year and has been approved by the leadership team, who are responsible for ensuring its implementation across our business and supply chains.