Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Lee

Skip Hire Lee is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms throughout our operations and supply chain. This statement sets out our approach to ensuring that labour exploitation has no place in our business, and outlines our zero-tolerance policy toward forced labour, debt bondage, and related abuses. We publish this policy to make clear that Skip-Hire Lee takes its responsibilities seriously and will act decisively where risks are identified.

Policy and Principles

Our company, operating as skip hire lee in local communities, adopts a zero-tolerance stance towards modern slavery. All employees, contractors and suppliers are required to comply with this policy which prohibits any form of involuntary work, child labour, or human trafficking. We expect transparent labour practices, fair wages and safe working conditions across every element of our service delivery.

Supplier Expectations and Commitments

Suppliers and subcontractors engaged by SkipHire Lee must adhere to our standards. We include the following requirements in supplier contracts:

• Verification: Suppliers must provide evidence of lawful employment practices.
• Compliance: Adherence to relevant labour laws and company policies.
• Transparency: Disclosure of labour sourcing and recruitment channels.

Contractual clauses enable us to terminate relationships where unacceptable practices are discovered.

Supplier Audits and Risk-Based Checks

To enforce standards, we operate a risk-based audit programme that targets high-risk suppliers and geographies. Audits include documentary review, on-site inspections and interviews when appropriate. Key elements of our supplier audit process include:

• Pre-engagement screening to identify potential risks before contracting.
• Periodic audits with a frequency proportional to identified risk levels.
• Corrective action plans required where non-compliances are found.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all workers and stakeholders to report concerns without fear of retaliation. Skip Hire Lee maintains confidential reporting channels and ensures reports are investigated promptly and impartially. Reporting options include anonymous submissions through third-party channels and internal hotlines managed by our compliance team. All allegations are handled with confidentiality and care to protect victims and witnesses.

Employee Training and Responsibilities

All staff receive regular training on recognising signs of modern slavery, reporting procedures and their responsibilities under this statement. Managers receive additional instruction on supplier management, conducting due diligence and enforcing contractual requirements. This training is refreshed annually and whenever significant changes in our supply chain occur.

Monitoring, Continuous Improvement and Remediation

We monitor the effectiveness of our approach through key performance indicators, audit outcomes and corrective action tracking. Remediation is a priority where exploitation is identified: we work to secure safe outcomes for affected workers, require suppliers to implement corrective measures and, where necessary, terminate relationships. Our aim is sustainable improvement, not only punishment.

Annual Review and Governance

The Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis by our senior leadership and governance committee. This review assesses risk, audit findings, training effectiveness and incident responses. Updates to policies or procedures are authorised at board level and implemented throughout the business. The annual assessment ensures Skip Hire Lee, Skip-Hire Lee and allied operations remain vigilant and responsive to emerging risks.

Conclusion and Ongoing Commitment

Skip Hire Lee reaffirms its commitment to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and supply chain. We will continue to strengthen supplier audits, maintain robust reporting channels and carry out thorough annual reviews to ensure continuous progress. By combining strong governance, practical supplier engagement and empowered reporting, SkipHire Lee seeks to protect workers, uphold human rights and lead by example in the waste management and skip hire sector.