Modern Slavery Statement for Commercial Waste Removal New Cross

Commercial Waste Removal New Cross is committed to ensuring that slavery and human trafficking do not occur in any part of our operations or supply chain. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, describes how our New Cross commercial waste removal activities are monitored for risks, and explains the actions we take to prevent, identify and respond to any concerns. We operate with clear principles: respect for human rights, transparent procurement, and continuous improvement across all refuse and waste removal services in New Cross.

Our Policy and Zero-Tolerance Stance

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and forced labour. All employees, contractors and suppliers engaged in commercial refuse removal New Cross must adhere to our code of conduct and ethics. Any breach of these obligations is treated seriously and may result in termination of contracts and referral to law enforcement. We require that everyone involved in our New Cross waste collection and disposal chain is treated with dignity and fairly remunerated.

Scope and Responsibilities

The scope of this modern slavery statement covers our core operations and those third parties who supply goods and services to support waste management, transfer, recycling and disposal. Senior management, procurement and compliance teams share responsibility for implementing due diligence procedures across the commercial waste removal in New Cross and assessing risk across different stages of the service lifecycle.

Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

We perform ongoing risk assessments that focus on higher-risk areas in the New Cross commercial waste removal sector, including subcontracted drivers, site labour and materials recovery facilities. Our due diligence combines desktop research, contractual requirements and on-site checks. We track indicators of exploitation, such as withheld pay, restricted movement, or unsafe working conditions, and escalate concerns immediately.

Supplier relationships are governed by strict terms which reflect our commitment to ethical sourcing. We conduct supplier audits and inspections targeted at areas of highest risk. Audit activity includes document verification, worker interviews where appropriate, review of payroll and working hours records, and compliance checks against legal employment standards for commercial waste removal services in New Cross.

Key elements of our supplier audits include:

• Verification of right to work and employment contracts;
• Review of payroll and payment records to ensure fair wages;
• Site inspections for safety, accommodation and working conditions;
• Assessment of subcontractor management and labour supply chains.

We provide training to staff and managers to recognise signs of modern slavery and to ensure correct reporting channels are used. Our procurement officers receive specialised training on supplier due diligence, while operational teams receive practical guidance on identifying potential exploitation during day-to-day New Cross waste collection rounds. All training is refreshed periodically to reflect evolving risks.

Reporting channels are clear and accessible. Workers, suppliers and stakeholders can raise concerns through anonymous internal reporting systems and through designated compliance routes. We maintain a confidential investigation process and ensure whistleblowers face no retaliation. Where exploitation is suspected, we take rapid action to protect potential victims and involve specialist partners or authorities as needed. We also deploy remedial measures for affected individuals including restitution and support where appropriate.

Our approach includes an annual review of policies and practices to ensure they remain effective and aligned with best practice for New Cross commercial waste removal. Each year we evaluate audit outcomes, training completion rates, reported incidents and corrective actions to measure progress. The results inform a refreshed action plan, with clear targets for improving supplier compliance, enhancing transparency and reducing risks of modern slavery in our operations. We are committed to continuous improvement and to working collaboratively with partners across the waste management sector to uphold human rights in every part of the supply chain.