Modern Slavery Statement for Rubbish Clearance Islington

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Rubbish Clearance Islington has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our operations or supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity and transparency in all business dealings, and to putting effective systems and controls in place to safeguard against any form of modern slavery.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Rubbish Clearance Islington provides waste removal and related services to residential, commercial and public sector clients. Our operations rely on our directly engaged workforce, as well as a network of suppliers and subcontractors who provide vehicles, equipment, uniforms, waste processing facilities and related support services. We recognise that certain sectors associated with logistics, waste handling and support services can be vulnerable to labour exploitation, and we take this risk seriously.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to all forms of forced or compulsory labour, servitude, child labour, debt bondage and any exploitation that deprives a person of their liberty for personal or commercial gain. Our policy is communicated to all employees, workers, suppliers and subcontractors. Any individual or organisation found to be involved in modern slavery in connection with our business will face decisive action, which may include termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities and legal proceedings where appropriate.

We expect the same high standards from all those we work with, and we require our suppliers to uphold the rights, dignity and welfare of all workers throughout their own operations and supply chains.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

To reduce the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains, we conduct proportionate due diligence on existing and new suppliers and subcontractors. This includes assessing their policies on labour standards, working conditions, recruitment practices and right-to-work verification. Where appropriate, we request evidence of compliance with relevant employment and human rights legislation.

We reserve the right to conduct supplier audits, which may be announced or unannounced, to verify adherence to our standards. These audits can include site visits, review of employment records, interviews with workers and checks on labour providers used by our suppliers. Where issues are identified, we work with the supplier on corrective action plans with clear timeframes. Failure to make satisfactory improvements may lead to the suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Training, Awareness and Reporting Channels

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our management, supervisors and operational teams. Training is provided on identifying warning signs of exploitation, such as unusual working patterns, signs of coercion or control, and restrictions on freedom of movement or communication. Managers are instructed on how to escalate concerns in a safe, confidential and responsible manner.

Any employee, worker, supplier or third party is encouraged to report suspected modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised directly with line managers, senior management or via our confidential reporting channel, which allows issues to be reported without fear of retaliation. All reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly, with appropriate protective measures for the individual raising the concern.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that the risk of modern slavery evolves over time and that our response must continually improve. We regularly review our risk assessments, supplier due diligence processes, contractual terms and staff training to ensure they remain effective and relevant to our operations and the wider waste management sector.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated annually by senior management. As part of this review, we evaluate any incidents, audit findings, stakeholder feedback and changes in legislation or best practice. Where necessary, we strengthen our controls, refine our procedures and update our policies to better prevent and detect modern slavery in our business and supply chains.

By maintaining a firm zero-tolerance stance, actively monitoring our suppliers and empowering people to speak up through secure reporting channels, Rubbish Clearance Islington aims to play a responsible role in preventing modern slavery and protecting the rights and wellbeing of all workers connected to our activities.