Waste Clearance Harringay Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Waste Clearance Harringay takes to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitative working practices in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and are committed to ensuring that our activities do not contribute to any form of modern slavery.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Waste Clearance Harringay operates a strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly conduct business with any organisation or individual that engages in, or is associated with, such practices. This commitment extends to all areas of our business, including waste collection, transportation, recycling, and any subcontracted services.

All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to adhere to our standards of ethical conduct. We communicate our zero-tolerance policy clearly and consistently, making it clear that breaches may result in termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities, and other appropriate action.

Supply Chain Standards and Supplier Audits

Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, equipment, protective clothing, disposal facilities, and associated services. We require all suppliers to comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights legislation and to demonstrate that they operate fair and safe working environments.

To support this, we assess existing and prospective suppliers through a due diligence process that may include questionnaires, verification of company policies, and risk-based screening. We reserve the right to conduct audits of suppliers where we identify potential risks, non-conformance with our standards, or where the nature of the work suggests a heightened risk of labour exploitation.

Supplier audits may involve reviewing employment records, checking evidence of right-to-work documentation, and speaking with relevant personnel. If an audit identifies non-compliance, we will work with the supplier to implement a corrective action plan within a clear timeframe. Persistent or serious breaches will result in immediate review of the business relationship and may lead to contract termination.

Employee Awareness, Training, and Responsibilities

We expect all employees to play an active role in preventing modern slavery. Managers and supervisors are responsible for promoting awareness of this Statement and ensuring that staff understand how to recognise signs of exploitation, such as coercion, restriction of movement, or withholding of wages or documents.

Where appropriate, we provide training on ethical labour practices and modern slavery risks, particularly for employees who manage suppliers or are involved in recruitment. Everyone working for or on behalf of Waste Clearance Harringay is required to comply with our standards and to raise concerns without delay.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone with concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices to report them immediately. Reports can be made to a line manager, a senior manager, or directly to our designated compliance contact. Concerns can be raised confidentially, and we will treat all information sensitively and with respect.

We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. All reports will be investigated promptly, and appropriate steps will be taken, which may include engaging with law enforcement, safeguarding individuals at risk, and reviewing our supplier relationships.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing this Modern Slavery Statement sits with senior management at Waste Clearance Harringay. We monitor compliance with our commitments through our supplier assessments, internal checks, and review of any reported concerns or incidents. Lessons learned from investigations or audits are used to strengthen our procedures and training.

This Statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with best practice and evolving legal requirements. Where necessary, we will update our policies, contractual terms, and training materials to reflect any changes. By maintaining regular review and continuous improvement, Waste Clearance Harringay aims to minimise the risk of modern slavery in all aspects of our work and to contribute to a safer, fairer working environment for everyone involved in our services.