Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Muswell Hill

Commercial Waste Muswell Hill operates with a zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour across all operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent exploitation in our Muswell Hill commercial waste services and broader supply chain. We recognise our responsibility to ensure every person involved in the provision of our commercial rubbish and recycling collections is treated with dignity and fairness.

Our commitment and scope

Our commitment extends to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged in commercial waste in Muswell Hill and related service activities. We expect the same high standards from those who supply goods and services to our business, and we build contractual clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery obligations. We will not tolerate any form of modern slavery or human trafficking in our value chain.

Policies, controls and supplier audits

We maintain clear policies that define unacceptable behaviour and set out corrective action. Our supplier audit programme for Muswell Hill commercial waste operations includes risk-based reviews, on-site assessments and documentation checks. Key components include:

• Risk mapping to identify suppliers in high-risk sectors.
• Contractual clauses requiring adherence to our anti-slavery standards.
• Periodic supplier audits and verification of employment records.

Supplier audits are scheduled annually or more frequently where risk is elevated. Audits combine desktop review, self-assessment questionnaires and in-person visits for high-priority suppliers. Findings are recorded and tracked; non-compliance triggers remediation plans or termination of the relationship. Our approach to auditing the Muswell Hill commercial waste chain is pragmatic and focused on continuous improvement.

We use a mix of internal and third-party auditors to ensure independence and a rigorous approach. Auditors are trained to identify signs of exploitation, including withheld wages, excessive working hours, restricted movement, and third-party recruitment fees.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing are integral to our anti-slavery framework. We provide secure channels for employees and supply chain workers to raise concerns confidentially and without fear of reprisal. Reports are investigated promptly and impartially, and we ensure appropriate protections for whistleblowers.

Our reporting procedures include:

• Anonymous reporting mechanisms available internally to staff and to contractor workers;
• Formal investigation protocols that preserve confidentiality and safety;
• Corrective actions and support for victims of exploitation.

Monitoring, training and annual review: we monitor compliance through regular reporting, key performance indicators and follow-up on audit findings. All staff involved in Muswell Hill commercial waste operations receive training on recognising signs of modern slavery, ethical procurement and how to use reporting channels.

We are committed to transparency and continuous improvement. Each year we conduct an annual review of our Modern Slavery Statement and related policies to evaluate effectiveness and adapt to emerging risks in commercial waste collection, transfer and disposal in Muswell Hill and surrounding areas. The review assesses audit outcomes, incident reports, supplier performance and training completion rates.

Remediation is a critical part of our process. Where exploitation is discovered, we will take proportionate action that may include supporting affected individuals, terminating supplier contracts, and cooperating with law enforcement and regulatory bodies. We will also update our risk assessments and controls to prevent recurrence.

In conclusion, our Muswell Hill commercial waste services are governed by a strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. Through supplier audits, secure reporting channels, targeted training and an annual review cycle, we seek to eradicate exploitation from our operations and supply chain. This statement is approved by senior management and will be reviewed and updated at least once every year as part of our commitment to ethical, responsible waste management.