Hornsey Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

Hornsey Skip Hire publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our approach to preventing slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. We confirm a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking, and we are committed to acting ethically and transparently in our business dealings. This anti-slavery declaration covers our whole business and supply chain and is aligned with our corporate values.

We operate in waste management, skip hire and related services with employees, contractors and third-party partners. Our Hornsey Skip Hire anti-slavery statement establishes responsibilities at board and operational levels to ensure compliance with applicable laws and to identify and mitigate risks. We require all colleagues to understand their role in preventing exploitation and to treat concerns seriously and promptly.

As part of our supplier assurance work, we carry out thorough supplier audits and due diligence. These supplier assessments include checks on recruitment practices, pay and working conditions, and documentation to confirm lawful right to work. Our supplier audit program comprises:

• Risk-based supplier screening and background checks;
• Periodic on-site audits and remote compliance reviews;
• Contractual commitments requiring suppliers to adhere to our anti-slavery standards.

We provide multiple reporting channels for staff, contractors and third parties to raise concerns confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Our reporting mechanisms are designed to be accessible and to protect whistleblowers. Reports may be escalated to senior management for investigation and, where appropriate, to regulatory authorities. We maintain clear processes for investigation, remediation and ongoing monitoring of any substantiated concerns.

Our approach to handling reports includes timely response, impartial investigation and proportionate remediation actions. We use internal audits and management reviews to ensure incidents are addressed and learnings are integrated into policy updates and training. We emphasise clear documentation of findings and follow-up to reduce recurrence and improve oversight.

Training and awareness form a key part of our modern slavery and trafficking prevention strategy. All staff with procurement, HR or supervisory responsibilities receive targeted training on recognising signs of exploitation, safe recruitment practices and the operation of our reporting channels. We also provide information to contractors and suppliers so they understand expectations and legal obligations under our slavery and human trafficking statement.

We include explicit anti-slavery clauses in supplier contracts, enabling contractual remedies and termination where suppliers fail to comply. Our procurement terms require suppliers to maintain appropriate policies and records, and to allow audit access when concerns arise. We use a combination of contractual controls and operational monitoring to drive compliance across the supply chain.

We operate a programme of regular supplier audits and targeted spot checks, prioritising higher-risk categories. Findings from audits are tracked and remediated through agreed action plans. Where necessary, we will cease relationships with suppliers who persistently refuse to meet our standards or whose practices place workers at risk. Our policies are clear: exploitation will not be tolerated.

The company undertakes an annual review of this statement and associated policies to ensure they remain effective and proportionate. The review assesses the performance of due diligence processes, supplier audit outcomes, training uptake and the operation of reporting channels. The results inform updates to our controls and resource allocation to address emerging risks across operations.

Hornsey Skip Hire remains fully committed to preventing modern slavery in all its forms. We will continue to strengthen supplier relationships, enhance transparency and drive improvement through the value chain. Our modern slavery policy is part of a broader governance framework that supports ethical business practices and respect for human rights.

We will review and publish this anti-slavery statement annually and take appropriate steps to remediate any issues identified. This statement is approved by senior management and reflects our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement in combating slavery and human trafficking.

Commitments:

• Zero-tolerance enforcement against exploitation;
• Regular supplier audits and risk-based due diligence;
• Accessible and confidential reporting channels;
• Annual review and continuous improvement of policies and training.