Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Southgate Commitment

Skip Hire Southgate and its affiliates operate with a clear and unwavering position: we maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour. As a leading provider of skip services in Southgate, SkipHire Southgate is committed to ensuring that every part of our operations and supply chain is free from exploitation. This statement sets out our approach, responsibilities and the practical steps we take to prevent and detect slavery and human trafficking across our business, partners and contractors.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

All employees, contractors and suppliers of skip hire in Southgate are required to adhere to our policy which explicitly forbids any form of modern slavery. We make clear that there is no place for forced labour, bonded labour, involuntary prison labour, or the exploitation of children. Managers are trained to identify indicators of abuse and must act immediately if concerns arise. This policy is embedded into onboarding and procurement practices and is reinforced by our procurement clauses and supplier commitments.

We apply the principle of continuous improvement and transparency across the business. Our statement covers direct operations, sub-contractors and third-party suppliers providing services to Skip Hire Southgate, including equipment suppliers, drivers, maintenance providers and waste processors. We actively encourage employees to speak up: if they observe or suspect modern slavery, they should report concerns through the available channels. The organisation ensures that any report is treated seriously, investigated promptly and escalated to senior management where necessary.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We perform due diligence and regular supplier audits across our supply chain. Audits are risk-based and proportionate; suppliers operating in higher-risk geographies or sectors are subject to more frequent checks. Our audit programme includes:

• Contract reviews and mandatory anti-slavery clauses;
• On-site inspections and documentary evidence checks;
• Interviews with staff where appropriate to verify working conditions.

These measures help ensure suppliers meet the standards expected by Skip-hire Southgate.

The supplier audit process is supported by contractual requirements that compel partners to cooperate with audits and to remediate any issues identified. Where non-compliance is found, we require action plans with clear timelines and follow-up audits. Persistent or serious breaches may result in contract termination and removal from the Skip Hire Southgate supplier list. We also foster long-term partnerships aimed at raising standards and building capacity to address root causes of vulnerability.

To strengthen oversight, procurement teams receive specific training on human rights and modern slavery risk assessment. We maintain an internal register of suppliers, score their risk profile and use those scores to prioritise audits and engagement. Our approach to compliance is pragmatic: we combine contractual leverage with education and remediation to protect workers and communities.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing: We operate multiple reporting channels so concerns can be raised safely and confidentially by employees, contractors, suppliers or members of the public. These channels are monitored by trained staff who ensure anonymity where requested. Reports are logged, risk-assessed and investigated according to our internal procedures. Where allegations are substantiated, we take decisive action to remedy harm and prevent recurrence. The board receives periodic reports on any investigations and outcomes to ensure accountability.

Training, Monitoring and Remediation: All staff at Skip Hire Southgate receive training to recognise signs of exploitation. We provide role-specific modules for procurement, operations and management teams. Monitoring includes periodic internal reviews, supplier performance metrics and corrective action tracking. If exploitation is identified, we prioritise the safety and welfare of affected individuals and work with relevant authorities and partner organisations to secure appropriate support and remediation.

Annual Review and Governance: This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once a year by senior management and the board to ensure its continued effectiveness. The annual review considers audit findings, reported incidents, remediation outcomes and evolving best practice. Where necessary, policies and procedures are updated and training refreshed. Skip Hire Southgate remains committed to transparent governance and continuous improvement in the fight against modern slavery, reaffirming our dedication to ethical supply chains and responsible operations across Southgate and beyond.