Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Newham

Skip Hire Newham is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach to a zero-tolerance policy on forced labour, exploitation and unethical labour practices across Newham skip hire services and related activities. We recognise our responsibility as a local provider to maintain transparent, ethical standards and to ensure everyone who works with or for us is treated with dignity.

We operate under clear corporate governance that integrates anti-slavery principles into procurement, recruitment and day-to-day management. Our SkipHire Newham teams receive training and direction to spot risks, challenge suspicious practices and escalate concerns. Every employee and subcontractor must adhere to our code of conduct which explicitly prohibits slavery, servitude and human trafficking.

To reinforce our stance, we maintain robust due diligence procedures when engaging suppliers and contractors. Our supplier selection for Skip Hire in Newham includes checks on labour practices, working hours, and the legality of employment documentation. Contracts contain clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws and the right to audit documentation and practices at any time.

We implement targeted supplier audits and on-site inspections to ensure standards are met throughout the waste management and skip-hire supply chain. Audits cover recruitment methods, wage payment records, health and safety compliance, and evidence that workers are free to leave employment. Where risks are identified, we require corrective action plans and follow up visits until issues are resolved.

Our approach includes working collaboratively with suppliers: capacity building, sharing best practice, and requiring sub-suppliers to meet the same expectations as our direct contractors. For Newham Skip Hire operations, this means practical measures such as verifying subcontractor payroll, ensuring legitimate agency arrangements, and confirming the absence of retention of identity documents.

We use a risk-based assessment process to prioritise audits and focus resources on areas of greatest vulnerability. Assessment criteria include geographic risk, the nature of work, supply chain complexity, and historical compliance records. This structured audit program is central to our strategy for preventing modern slavery across skip-hire and related logistics services.

Our reporting channels are accessible, confidential and protected. Employees, contractors and third parties can report concerns without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made through internal whistleblowing pathways, direct line management or via an anonymised reporting mechanism that ensures confidentiality. We actively promote these channels so that suspected instances of coercion, exploitation or trafficking are reported promptly.

The policy includes clear escalation procedures: reports are investigated promptly by trained personnel, remedial actions are taken where necessary, and the findings inform continuous improvement of our controls. Skip-hire Newham will take decisive action against any party found to be engaging in modern slavery, including termination of contracts and referral to authorities when appropriate.

We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and related policies to ensure they remain effective and relevant. The annual review evaluates audit outcomes, incident reports, supplier performance and changes in legal or sector-specific risks. Results of the review guide updates to training, supplier requirements and operational practices across all Skip Hire Newham activities.