Modern Slavery Statement for Waste Collection Tufnell Park

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Waste Collection Tufnell Park to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our own operations and throughout our supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and to ensure that everyone working with and for us is treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Waste Collection Tufnell Park has a strict zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, servitude and forced or compulsory labour. This applies to every aspect of our business, including direct employment, contracted labour, agency workers and all suppliers and subcontractors involved in our waste collection and related services.

We do not knowingly engage with any organisation that participates in, enables or turns a blind eye to modern slavery. Where credible concerns are raised or identified, we will act promptly, including suspending or terminating relationships, and reporting matters to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our People and Employment Practices

We aim to create a safe and fair working environment where all employees are free to speak up. All staff are employed under terms that comply with applicable labour, wage and working time laws. We prohibit the charging of recruitment fees to workers, the retention of identity documents by managers, and any form of coercion or intimidation.

New employees are informed of our modern slavery policy during induction, and managers are expected to remain alert to indicators of exploitation, including excessive overtime, signs of control by third parties and reluctance to speak freely. Any concerns must be escalated using the reporting channels set out in this statement.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We recognise that modern slavery risks can be present in complex supply chains, including in waste handling, vehicle maintenance, equipment, uniforms and support services. We therefore expect all suppliers and subcontractors to uphold equivalent anti-slavery standards as a condition of doing business with Waste Collection Tufnell Park.

Our supplier onboarding process includes due diligence checks to assess labour practices, business integrity and compliance with relevant regulations. We reserve the right to request information and documentation to verify compliance, including details of recruitment practices, working conditions and the use of subcontractors.

Where risks are identified, we may conduct audits, which can include site visits, worker interviews and review of employment records. If a supplier is found to be in breach of our modern slavery requirements, we will seek corrective action within a defined timeframe. Continued non-compliance may result in the suspension or termination of the commercial relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Everyone working for or with Waste Collection Tufnell Park is encouraged to raise concerns about potential modern slavery, human trafficking or other unethical practices at the earliest opportunity. Concerns can be reported to a line manager, a senior manager, or directly to our designated compliance contact within the management team.

Reports can be made verbally or in writing, and may be raised anonymously where permitted by law. All concerns will be treated seriously and handled sensitively. We will not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, even if it is not substantiated following investigation.

Where appropriate, we will work with external agencies and specialists to support any victims identified and to ensure that corrective action is taken swiftly and responsibly.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Modern slavery risks can evolve over time as markets, supply chains and working practices change. Waste Collection Tufnell Park is committed to continuous improvement in its approach, including regular review of our policies, procedures and training to ensure they remain effective and proportionate.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every twelve months by our management team. The review considers the effectiveness of our controls, any incidents or concerns raised, outcomes of supplier audits and feedback from employees and stakeholders. Where gaps or opportunities for improvement are identified, we update our procedures and communicate changes to relevant parties.

By publishing this statement, Waste Collection Tufnell Park affirms its ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery, protecting vulnerable workers and promoting ethical, transparent and lawful business practices across all of our operations and supply chains.