Waste Removal Tufnell Park Modern Slavery Statement

Waste Removal Tufnell Park is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with applicable laws on modern slavery and human trafficking. This Modern Slavery Statement explains the steps we take to prevent, identify, and address modern slavery risks within our operations and supply chains.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking in all forms. This applies to every area of our business, including waste collection, transportation, sorting, and disposal activities, as well as any related services provided on our behalf.

All employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold this zero-tolerance stance. Any suspicion or evidence of modern slavery linked to our operations or supply chain will lead to immediate investigation and, where appropriate, termination of contracts and reporting to the relevant authorities.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Waste Removal Tufnell Park provides waste removal and associated services to residential, commercial, and public sector customers. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, equipment, protective clothing, fuel, maintenance, and waste processing facilities.

We recognise that certain parts of the waste management and logistics sectors can be vulnerable to labour exploitation. We therefore focus our due diligence and monitoring on those higher-risk areas, with particular attention given to temporary labour, subcontracted services, and overseas-sourced goods where applicable.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers and subcontractors who share our values and adhere to our standards on human rights and fair labour. As part of our onboarding and ongoing supplier management processes, we clearly communicate our expectations around the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking.

We conduct proportionate risk-based supplier audits to assess compliance with labour, health and safety, and ethical standards. These audits may include document checks, management interviews, and on-site inspections. Where we identify gaps or concerns, we require corrective actions with defined timescales and follow-up reviews.

Where suppliers or subcontractors fail to meet our requirements or are unwilling to improve, we reserve the right to suspend or end the business relationship. Our procurement processes give preference to suppliers who demonstrate robust policies, training, and controls on modern slavery.

Employee Awareness, Training, and Reporting Channels

We seek to create a culture where all individuals feel able and supported to raise concerns about unethical or illegal practices. All staff are made aware of our zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery as part of their induction and ongoing communications.

We provide clear and accessible reporting channels so that employees, agency workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders can report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Concerns can be raised directly with line managers, senior management, or a designated safeguarding contact. Anonymous reporting is accepted where permitted by law, and every report is treated seriously and investigated appropriately.

Where necessary, we will escalate matters to the relevant enforcement bodies and cooperate fully with any external investigations.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. Waste Removal Tufnell Park is committed to continual improvement in our policies, procedures, and practical measures. We periodically review our risk assessments, supplier screening methods, and training content to ensure they remain effective and proportionate.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated at least once every year. The annual review process considers changes in legislation, industry guidance, operational practices, and any incidents or findings from audits and investigations. Lessons learned are used to strengthen our controls and raise standards across our business and supply chain.

This statement has been approved by the management of Waste Removal Tufnell Park, who are responsible for ensuring it is implemented and communicated throughout the organisation and to our suppliers.