Northolt Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out Northolt Skip Hire's firm position on the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. We operate a zero-tolerance policy regarding forced labour, exploitation, and any form of servitude. Our anti-slavery approach applies to all employees, contractors and partners. The statement explains our policies, the steps we take to reduce risk, and our commitment to continuous improvement across the business.

Our scope covers direct hires, subcontractors and suppliers who provide goods and services to Northolt Skip Hire. We expect all suppliers to comply with this modern slavery policy and the law. We require transparency, legitimate recruitment practices and respect for workers' rights. This document, the anti-slavery statement and related procedures are integrated into procurement and operational decision-making so that compliance is measurable and enforceable.

We carry out supplier due diligence as an essential part of our slavery and human trafficking statement implementation. Initial onboarding includes checks on business registration, labour practices and payment arrangements. We prioritise suppliers based on risk indicators and require contractual commitments that explicitly prohibit forced labour. To support this we maintain clear supplier standards and a supplier code which sets out expectations and consequences for non-compliance.

• Verification of identity and business legitimacy
• Assessment of recruitment and payment practices
• Contract clauses requiring compliance with modern slavery laws

We conduct regular supplier audits and spot checks to verify compliance. Audits may be via self-assessment questionnaires, remote reviews or on-site inspections where practical. Suppliers identified as high risk are subject to more frequent monitoring and corrective action plans. Supplier audits form a cornerstone of our risk mitigation strategy and help us to identify potential breaches early so that swift remedial action can be taken.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We provide multiple, confidential reporting channels for employees and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. These reporting channels are managed to protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Guidance is available to help employees recognise signs of exploitation. Our reporting framework includes:

• A formal internal reporting route to designated compliance officers
• Anonymous reporting mechanisms and secure escalation procedures
• Clear processes for investigating allegations and protecting complainants

All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly. We take proportionate action where issues are verified, including contract termination for suppliers who fail to remediate, and support for affected individuals where necessary.

Training, policies and continual improvement

We invest in training for staff who have procurement, HR and operational responsibilities so they can identify and respond to indicators of modern slavery. Regular refresher training ensures awareness of our modern slavery policy and related procedures. Recruitment processes include checks on identity and employment eligibility, and we discourage the use of recruitment fees charged to workers.

Monitoring and key performance indicators are used to assess progress. We review supplier audit outcomes, reporting incidents, and corrective actions to track effectiveness. Annual review of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement ensures our policies remain up to date and are adapted in response to new risks, changes in our supply chain, or legislative developments.

Northolt Skip Hire is committed to working collaboratively with suppliers, peers and relevant authorities to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chain. We will continue to update our procedures, strengthen supplier engagement and enforce our zero-tolerance approach. This anti-slavery statement is endorsed by senior management and will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains robust and effective.