Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Addiscombe Commitment

Skip Hire Addiscombe confirms a clear and uncompromising stance against modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in any form. This statement outlines our policies and the practical steps we take across the business and our supply chain to prevent exploitation. As a local waste management and Addiscombe skip hire provider, we recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and operate with transparency and integrity.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery. All employees and subcontractors are required to comply with this principle. Our leadership team actively enforces standards and ensures that working conditions within Skip Hire in Addiscombe operations meet legal and ethical expectations. We emphasise training, clear contractual obligations and swift action when concerns arise.

The scope of this modern slavery statement covers every part of our business activities, including deliveries, vehicle maintenance, site operations and partner relationships. Skiphire Addiscombe expects the same high standards from suppliers and contractors. We require suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery legislation and to provide accurate information during due diligence checks.

Supplier Audits and Supply Chain Due Diligence

We perform regular supplier audits to assess risk and compliance across our supply chain. Audit activities include documentation review, on-site inspections where necessary and evaluation of employment practices. Our procurement process incorporates risk-based screening to identify suppliers operating in high-risk sectors or geographies.

Key elements of our supplier audit approach include:

• Verifying employment contracts and right-to-work documentation
• Assessing recruitment and subcontracting practices
• Reviewing working hours, wage records and health and safety measures
• Implementing corrective action plans where breaches are identified

Audits are carried out by trained internal staff and, when appropriate, independent third-party specialists. Audit findings inform our supplier approval decisions and ongoing monitoring. Suppliers who repeatedly fail to meet our standards face corrective measures, up to and including termination of contracts.

Reporting Channels and Employee Protection

We provide multiple secure and confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. Reports can be made anonymously and will be investigated promptly. All whistleblower reports are treated seriously, with protections against retaliation.

Our reporting framework includes:

• Internal HR and compliance reporting routes monitored by senior management
• Independent reporting options for anonymous disclosures
• Clear escalation procedures to ensure timely investigation and remediation

We encourage early reporting and ensure that anyone acting in good faith will be supported. Where investigations identify victims of exploitation, we collaborate with relevant authorities and support organisations to ensure appropriate care and remediation.

Our annual review process ensures this modern slavery statement remains effective and relevant. Each year we evaluate the impact of our policies, audit results, training completion rates and reported incidents. The review informs policy updates and resource allocation to strengthen prevention measures across Addiscombe Skip Hire Services.

Training and awareness are central to our prevention strategy. All staff receive regular learning on recognising signs of exploitation, how to report concerns and their role in maintaining ethical operations. Contractors and suppliers are required to provide evidence of equivalent training where applicable.

We maintain robust records of due diligence, audit outcomes and corrective actions to demonstrate compliance and continuous improvement. As a responsible local operator, Skip Hire Addiscombe is committed to transparency: we will continue to refine our approach, collaborate with partners and ensure that our business and supply chain are free from modern slavery.