Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Stoke Newington

Commitment and Scope

Commercial Waste Stoke Newington operates with a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery and human trafficking. This statement explains our approach across the Stoke Newington waste management and commercial waste services we provide, the expectations we place on our supply chain, and the measures we have implemented to prevent exploitation. We acknowledge our responsibility to protect workers and to ensure that our business and supply chains do not contribute to any form of forced labour.

As a provider of Stoke Newington commercial waste services, we set standards for employment practices, contractor selection and ongoing monitoring. Our policies are built around transparency, risk-based due diligence and continuous improvement. We require all partners to adhere to labour and human rights laws, to maintain safe working conditions and to demonstrate fair recruitment and payment practices in line with our expectations.

This modern slavery statement covers the financial year and details the specific actions taken by Commercial Waste Stoke Newington to reduce the risk of modern slavery in our operations and those of our suppliers. We make it clear that any breach of our standards will be treated seriously and that we will act swiftly where exploitation or non-compliance is identified.

Policies, Training and Supplier Standards

Our internal policies include anti-slavery provisions embedded into employee handbooks and procurement rules. We require all suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery legislation and to provide evidence of lawful employment practices. Staff involved in procurement, operations and fleet management receive regular training to recognise signs of exploitation and understand reporting procedures.

We maintain a supplier code of conduct to drive ethical behaviour across our waste collection and commercial refuse services. The code sets out expectations for working hours, payment of wages, freedom of movement and the prohibition of withholding identity documents. Suppliers are contractually obliged to meet these standards as part of our supplier onboarding.

To ensure adherence to our standards we have adopted a programme of supplier audits and assessments. These include a tiered approach: initial risk assessment, documentary checks and targeted on-site audits where necessary. Our procurement team uses a combination of self-assessment questionnaires and independent verification to validate compliance.

Supplier Audits and Remedial Actions

Supplier audits for our commercial waste in Stoke Newington supply chain focus on labour practices, recruitment processes and subcontractor management. Audit findings are categorised by risk and require corrective action plans when issues are found. Persistent or severe breaches may result in contract termination.

We list key audit and monitoring activities as follows:

• Risk-based supply chain mapping and screening of high-risk suppliers.
• Document checks for right-to-work, wage records and recruitment fees.
• On-site inspections and worker interviews where appropriate.
• Follow-up audits and mandatory corrective action plans for non-compliance.

Reporting channels are vital. Employees, contractors and third parties can report concerns via multiple confidential channels. Reports are investigated promptly by our compliance team, and we offer protection against retaliation for those raising concerns in good faith. We emphasise both confidentiality and fairness in our investigative process.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Commercial Waste Stoke Newington maintains clear reporting routes for suspected modern slavery and unethical practices. Allegations are logged, triaged and escalated according to severity. We collaborate with enforcement agencies and other stakeholders when circumstances require external intervention. Our approach is victim-centred, prioritising the safety and welfare of affected individuals.

Whistleblowers can expect a prompt acknowledgement and a transparent update on the investigation process. We use lessons learned from investigations to strengthen policies, supplier controls and training materials across our Stoke Newington refuse and waste services.

Annual review: We commit to an annual review of this modern slavery statement and our practices. The review assesses the effectiveness of supplier audits, training uptake, reported incidents and remedial outcomes. Findings are used to refine our action plans and to set priorities for the coming year.

Governance and Continuous Improvement

Governance oversight is provided by senior management, who are responsible for ensuring implementation of this statement across all operational areas including commercial waste collection, transfer and disposal in Stoke Newington. We integrate anti-slavery measures into our procurement lifecycle and contract management systems.

We will continue to collaborate with industry partners, regulators and local stakeholders to improve standards and share best practices. Through robust audits, clear reporting channels, a strict zero-tolerance stance and regular annual reviews, Commercial Waste Stoke Newington seeks to prevent modern slavery and protect the dignity of all workers engaged in our operations and supply chains.

Signed on behalf of the company — This statement is published to affirm our commitment and will be updated as part of our annual review cycle.