Modern Slavery Statement for Waste Clearance Hampstead

Introduction

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Waste Clearance Hampstead in respect of the financial year ending 31 December. It outlines the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. Waste Clearance Hampstead provides waste removal and clearance services and recognises its responsibility to uphold the highest ethical and human rights standards in all areas of our business.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Waste Clearance Hampstead maintains a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place in our own operations or in any of our supply chains.

All directors, employees, contractors and suppliers are expected to comply with this commitment. Any form of forced, bonded or compulsory labour, servitude or trafficking for labour or sexual exploitation is strictly prohibited. We do not tolerate child labour, deceptive recruitment practices, retention of identity documents or any practice that restricts a worker’s freedom of movement or right to leave employment.

Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains include waste transfer stations, recycling facilities, equipment and vehicle providers, uniform and consumables suppliers, and third-party subcontractors who may assist with collection and clearance works. We recognise that certain sectors and geographies carry a higher risk of labour exploitation, and we are committed to identifying and mitigating these risks in a systematic way.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We conduct due diligence on new suppliers and, where appropriate, on existing suppliers to assess the risk of modern slavery within their operations. This may include requiring suppliers to complete questionnaires, provide evidence of their own modern slavery policies and procedures, and confirm adherence to local labour laws and international human rights standards.

Where risk is identified or where the nature of the service presents elevated risk, we may carry out desk-based audits or on-site visits to review working conditions, recruitment practices, right to work documentation and worker accommodation where relevant. We reserve the right to request corrective action plans and to monitor progress where issues are identified. Failure by a supplier to meet our standards, cooperate with audits or make necessary improvements may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Policies and Training

Our anti-slavery approach is supported by internal policies covering ethical conduct, recruitment, whistleblowing and supplier management. These policies are communicated to employees through induction and refresher training. Staff involved in procurement, contract management and on-site supervision receive targeted guidance on identifying warning signs of exploitation, such as withholding of wages, signs of coercion, unsafe accommodation, or evidence of intimidation by labour providers.

Reporting Concerns and Protection from Retaliation

Waste Clearance Hampstead encourages all employees, suppliers, subcontractors and members of the public to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking connected to our business. Concerns can be raised confidentially with a line manager, a designated senior manager or via our whistleblowing channel by phone or email. Reports can be made anonymously where permitted by law.

We will investigate all reports promptly, take appropriate remedial action where issues are substantiated and, where necessary, cooperate with law enforcement and relevant authorities. We strictly prohibit retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith, participates in an investigation or refuses to participate in any activity that may involve modern slavery or exploitation.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that addressing modern slavery is an ongoing process. Waste Clearance Hampstead is committed to continually improving our systems and controls. Over the coming years, we aim to deepen our supplier engagement, enhance risk assessments, refine our audit processes and provide additional training to staff and key partners.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least annually by the senior management of Waste Clearance Hampstead. The review will consider changes in our operations, findings from audits and investigations, stakeholder feedback and developments in legislation and best practice. Updated versions of the statement will reflect any enhancements to our policies, procedures and commitments.

This statement has been approved by the management of Waste Clearance Hampstead, who take overall responsibility for ensuring that it is implemented and upheld throughout our business and supply chains.