Rubbish Removal Brent Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction and Purpose

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps that Rubbish Removal Brent takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a serious global crime and a fundamental violation of human rights. As a responsible waste management and rubbish removal provider, we are committed to conducting our business ethically and with integrity in all our relationships.

Our Zero Tolerance Policy

Rubbish Removal Brent has a clear zero tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, servitude and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, organisation or supplier involved in such practices. Any confirmed instance of modern slavery connected to our business will result in decisive action, which may include termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities and the implementation of corrective measures.

All directors, employees, contractors and temporary staff are expected to uphold this policy in their day-to-day activities. Compliance with our zero tolerance stance is a condition of working with or for Rubbish Removal Brent.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Rubbish Removal Brent operates in the waste collection, removal and recycling sector, serving residential, commercial and construction customers. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, equipment, personal protective gear, fuel, waste sorting and recycling services, facilities management and labour agencies.

We recognise that certain parts of the waste and recycling sector, as well as some categories of outsourced labour, can be particularly vulnerable to labour exploitation. We therefore place specific emphasis on supplier due diligence, worker protections and transparent employment practices.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and contractors to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. As part of our onboarding and ongoing supplier management, we require suppliers to confirm that they comply with relevant labour laws and that they actively work to prevent modern slavery in their own operations and supply chains.

Rubbish Removal Brent conducts risk-based supplier audits to verify compliance with our standards. These audits may include reviewing employment records, checking right to work documentation, assessing recruitment practices, interviewing workers where appropriate and verifying that wages, working hours and conditions meet legal and ethical requirements. Where we identify concerns, we work with suppliers to agree corrective action plans and monitor progress. If issues are not resolved within agreed timeframes, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Training, Awareness and Reporting Channels

We provide training and guidance to managers, supervisors and frontline staff to help them recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond to concerns. Training covers indicators of labour exploitation, safe ways to raise concerns and the responsibilities of different roles within our organisation.

Rubbish Removal Brent encourages all employees, contractors and suppliers to report any suspicions or concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised through line managers, our human resources function or a dedicated confidential reporting channel. Reports can be made anonymously where legally permissible and will be treated seriously and sensitively. We will investigate all reports and take appropriate action, ensuring that no one who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of retaliation.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to continually improving our approach to tackling modern slavery. Each year, Rubbish Removal Brent reviews this statement and our related policies, training and due diligence processes to ensure they remain effective and reflect evolving best practice and legal requirements.

Our annual review includes assessing the outcomes of supplier audits, analysing any reported concerns, reviewing the adequacy of training and updating risk assessments for our operations and supply chains. Where necessary, we strengthen our controls, revise our procedures and set new objectives to enhance our prevention efforts.

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the leadership of Rubbish Removal Brent and will be reviewed and updated on an annual basis to reflect our continued commitment to eliminating modern slavery from our business and supply chains.