Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement for Rubbish Removal Wimbledon

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps taken by Rubbish Removal Wimbledon to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity and transparency in all business relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to safeguard against any form of modern slavery.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Rubbish Removal Wimbledon provides waste collection, rubbish removal and related services to residential, commercial and public sector customers. Our operations rely on a network of suppliers and subcontractors that provide vehicles, equipment, uniforms, disposal facilities, and various support services. We recognise that modern slavery can occur at any point in a supply chain and we therefore apply consistent standards and expectations to all parties working with or on behalf of our business.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, servitude, and exploitative working practices. This commitment applies to every aspect of our organisation, from direct employment to procurement and subcontracted services. Any indication that modern slavery may be occurring in our business or supply chain will be treated with the utmost seriousness and investigated immediately.

Our zero-tolerance policy is embedded in our internal procedures and supplier requirements. All employees, directors, agency staff, contractors and suppliers are expected to uphold this commitment at all times. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action, contract termination, or referral to the relevant authorities, as appropriate.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect our suppliers and subcontractors to share our values and to adopt robust measures against modern slavery within their own operations and supply chains. As part of our procurement and supplier management processes, we require suppliers to confirm that they comply with all applicable labour, employment and human rights legislation.

We conduct due diligence checks when onboarding new suppliers and review existing suppliers on a risk basis. This may include requesting documentation on labour practices, health and safety, recruitment procedures and right-to-work checks. Where we identify areas of concern or higher risk, we may undertake more detailed reviews or audits, request corrective action plans, or decide not to proceed with or to discontinue a business relationship.

We are committed to developing our supplier audit framework over time, with a focus on those categories of supply that may present a higher risk of labour exploitation, such as subcontracted manual labour and waste processing services.

Training, Awareness and Reporting Channels

We promote awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees and key suppliers. Relevant staff, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement and contract management, are expected to understand the signs of modern slavery and how to respond to any concerns.

All workers and stakeholders are encouraged to raise concerns about any suspected modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be reported directly to line managers, senior management or through designated reporting channels within the business. Reports will be treated sensitively, investigated promptly, and handled in line with our commitment to protect those who speak up in good faith from victimisation or detriment.

If credible evidence of modern slavery is identified, we will take immediate action to protect affected individuals, seek to remedy the situation, and cooperate fully with law enforcement and other relevant authorities.

Monitoring, Accountability and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our response to modern slavery risks lies with the senior management team of Rubbish Removal Wimbledon. They are accountable for ensuring that appropriate policies, training and monitoring processes are in place and are operating effectively.

We monitor our progress through regular review of supplier performance, internal incident reporting, and feedback from employees and business partners. We also seek to improve our practices over time by learning from industry guidance and evolving best practice standards.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective and aligned with legal requirements and our organisational values. As our business and supply chains develop, we will continue to strengthen our due diligence, supplier audits, reporting channels and staff training so that we can better identify, prevent and address any risk of modern slavery associated with our operations.