Modern Slavery Statement — Business Waste Removal Mortlake

Business Waste Removal Mortlake is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach, the steps we take to identify and mitigate risk, and the mechanisms we provide for reporting concerns. Our commitment applies across the full range of our commercial waste removal services in Mortlake and to all employees, contractors and partners engaged in those activities.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, servitude, child labour or human trafficking. Our procurement and operational procedures explicitly prohibit exploitation and require suppliers to demonstrate lawful, voluntary employment practices. We require evidence of compliance with employment law and conduct checks to ensure that wages, working hours and conditions meet legal standards. We will not tolerate practices that undermine human dignity or exploit vulnerable people.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We maintain a robust supplier due diligence process for commercial waste removal in Mortlake and surrounding areas. As part of this, we perform risk-based supplier audits, verify documentation, and carry out on-site visits where appropriate. Our supplier assessment includes checks on recruitment practices, subcontractor management and the use of agency labour. Where higher risk is identified, we increase the frequency and depth of audits and require corrective action plans until compliance is achieved.

We have implemented a Supplier Code of Conduct that outlines minimum standards for labour practices, ethical behaviour and environmental stewardship for Mortlake business waste services. Suppliers must sign and adhere to this code as a condition of contract. Our procurement teams use contract clauses that allow us to terminate agreements where evidence of modern slavery is found, and to demand remediation where exploitation is discovered.

Training and awareness are critical elements of our response. All staff involved in waste collection, removal, procurement and supplier management receive regular training on identifying signs of modern slavery, safe reporting, and how to escalate concerns. We provide scenario-based learning so teams operating on the ground know what to look for during site visits and client interactions.

We monitor performance through key performance indicators, including the number of supplier audits completed, remediation actions taken and training completion rates. For our Mortlake commercial waste removal operations we report internally on these metrics quarterly to ensure continuous improvement and accountability.

Our reporting channels are designed to be accessible and secure. Staff, subcontractors and third parties can raise concerns confidentially via internal reporting lines and anonymous channels. Reporting channels are publicised internally and reinforced through training so individuals understand how to report suspected exploitation safely without fear of reprisal. Reports are investigated promptly by a trained compliance team and, where necessary, external authorities are notified.

We undertake supplier audits regularly and apply a risk-based approach to ensure resources are focused where the likelihood and impact of modern slavery are greatest. Audit outcomes are recorded, and non-compliance is managed through corrective action plans, re-audits and, if needed, contract termination. The process is supported by documented procedures and escalation pathways to senior management.

Annual review: This statement and our anti-slavery programme are reviewed at least once a year. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of our policies, training, supplier audits and reporting mechanisms, and adjusts our strategy in response to new risks, regulatory changes or operational developments. The results of the review inform our objectives for the following year and help refine our approach to preventing modern slavery across all Mortlake business waste removal activities.