Waste Clearance Bermondsey Modern Slavery Commitment

Waste Clearance Bermondsey is committed to conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. We recognise our duty to respect human rights and to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we are taking to identify, prevent and address the risks of modern slavery in connection with our business.

Modern slavery is a severe violation of fundamental human rights and includes slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour and human trafficking. We understand that these abuses can occur in any country, industry or supply chain and we are determined to play our part in eradicating them.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a clear, zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, directors and suppliers involved in providing goods or services to Waste Clearance Bermondsey.

No form of forced, bonded, trafficked or child labour is tolerated in our business or supply chains. We expect the same high standards from all those we work with and we will not knowingly engage with any organisation involved in modern slavery practices. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious misconduct issue and may result in disciplinary action, contract termination or reporting to relevant authorities.

Responsibilities and Governance

The senior management team has overall responsibility for ensuring that this Modern Slavery Statement is implemented and maintained. Managers at all levels are responsible for promoting awareness of our zero-tolerance approach and for ensuring that people under their supervision understand and comply with our standards.

Human resources and procurement functions share responsibility for embedding our anti-slavery expectations within recruitment processes, supplier selection, contracting and ongoing supplier management.

Supply Chain Standards and Supplier Audits

We recognise that the greatest risk of modern slavery is often found within complex supply chains. Waste Clearance Bermondsey is committed to working only with suppliers that share our ethical values and comply with applicable labour and human rights legislation.

All new suppliers are required to confirm that they do not tolerate forced labour, child labour, human trafficking or any form of exploitation. Our standard terms and conditions include explicit expectations regarding labour standards, working conditions and compliance with modern slavery legislation.

We conduct risk-based supplier audits and reviews to monitor compliance. Higher-risk suppliers, such as those providing labour-intensive services or operating in sectors with known vulnerabilities, may be subject to enhanced due diligence, including site visits, document checks and structured interviews where appropriate. If a supplier fails to meet our standards or refuses reasonable access for assessment, we will work with them to implement corrective actions or, where necessary, discontinue the relationship.

Recruitment, Employment and Training

We use robust recruitment practices designed to prevent exploitation and illegal working. This includes verifying the identity and right to work of all employees, using reputable recruitment agencies where required, and ensuring that no fees are charged to individuals seeking employment with us.

Employees are provided with clear written terms and conditions outlining their rights, pay, hours and benefits. Wages are paid directly to employees into personal bank accounts and we do not withhold passports, identity documents or wages under any circumstances.

We provide training, proportionate to role and risk, to raise awareness of modern slavery indicators and to ensure employees understand how to report concerns safely and confidentially.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Waste Clearance Bermondsey encourages anyone with concerns about potential modern slavery or human trafficking connected to our operations or supply chains to speak up without fear of retaliation.

Employees can report concerns to their line manager, senior management or human resources. We also maintain an internal whistleblowing channel which allows concerns to be raised confidentially. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and, where appropriate, escalated to law enforcement or other competent authorities.

Suppliers, contractors and members of the public are encouraged to contact our management team if they suspect any form of exploitation linked to our business. We will take all reasonable steps to investigate such reports and to protect those who raise concerns in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process requiring vigilance, collaboration and continuous improvement. Waste Clearance Bermondsey is committed to regularly reviewing our policies, procedures and supplier management practices to strengthen our ability to prevent and detect exploitation.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated at least annually to reflect changes in legislation, industry guidance, risk assessments and our business operations. As part of this review, we assess the effectiveness of our actions, consider feedback from stakeholders and identify further steps to enhance our approach.

By publishing this Modern Slavery Statement, Waste Clearance Bermondsey reaffirms its commitment to operating responsibly, upholding human rights and working with partners who share our determination to eliminate modern slavery in all its forms.