Rubbish Clearance Highbury Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Rubbish Clearance Highbury in accordance with our commitment to act ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. It outlines the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Approach

Rubbish Clearance Highbury operates a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals in any form. We expect the same high standards from all our employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners.

We are committed to conducting our business in a manner that respects human rights and promotes fair working conditions. Any indication of modern slavery within our organisation or connected activities will be treated as a matter of utmost seriousness and will result in decisive action, including the termination of contracts where appropriate and cooperation with relevant authorities.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Rubbish Clearance Highbury provides rubbish removal and waste clearance services to residential, commercial, and public-sector clients. Our supply chains include the sourcing of equipment, vehicles, protective clothing, waste disposal and recycling services, as well as subcontracted labour for certain operational tasks.

We recognise that modern slavery risks can arise at various points in these supply chains, particularly where temporary labour or outsourced services are used. We work to understand these risks and reduce them through careful selection, assessment, and ongoing monitoring of our business partners and suppliers.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We require our suppliers and contractors to adhere to all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. As part of our procurement and onboarding processes, we assess the ethical standards and working practices of existing and potential suppliers.

Where proportionate and appropriate to the size and nature of the relationship, we carry out supplier audits and checks to verify compliance with our expectations on modern slavery. These may include reviewing employment records, verifying right-to-work documentation, inspecting workplace conditions, and assessing policies on wages, working hours, and health and safety.

If a supplier fails to meet our standards or refuses to engage constructively in addressing identified issues, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, workers, contractors, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions about modern slavery or unethical working conditions connected to Rubbish Clearance Highbury. Concerns may relate to our own operations or to the conduct of our suppliers and business partners.

Reports can be made directly to line managers or to senior management. Where an individual feels unable to raise a concern through the usual channels, alternative routes to senior management are available within the company structure. All concerns raised in good faith will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively and confidentially wherever possible, without fear of retaliation.

Training and Awareness

We work to increase awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management. Training and guidance are provided so that relevant employees can recognise potential signs of exploitation and understand the correct procedures for reporting concerns.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Rubbish Clearance Highbury is committed to continuous improvement in the prevention of modern slavery. We regularly review our policies, processes, and risk assessments to identify opportunities to strengthen our approach.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed, updated, and approved at least once every twelve months to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with best practice and legal requirements. As part of this annual review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our supplier audits, training, and reporting mechanisms, and implement any necessary enhancements.

By setting clear expectations, closely monitoring our supply chains, fostering a culture of transparency, and reviewing our performance each year, Rubbish Clearance Highbury commits to playing its part in the ongoing fight against modern slavery and human trafficking.