Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Rubbish Clearance Hounslow is committed to conducting all aspects of our business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. We recognise that modern slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking are serious crimes and fundamental violations of human rights. This statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery in our operations and supply chains.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. Modern slavery is not acceptable in any part of our business or supply chain, regardless of location, role, or contractual status. All employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are required to adhere to this commitment.

We expect everyone working with or on behalf of Rubbish Clearance Hounslow to share this stance and to act in a way that is consistent with our values. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy will be taken extremely seriously and may result in termination of contracts, reporting to appropriate authorities, and other corrective actions.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Rubbish Clearance Hounslow provides rubbish removal, waste clearance, and related services to residential, commercial, and public sector customers. Our supply chains include providers of vehicles, equipment, personal protective equipment, fuel, disposal facilities, and other support services. We recognise that certain sectors and geographies may carry a higher risk of labour exploitation and we tailor our due diligence accordingly.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers who uphold the same high standards we apply to ourselves. As part of our onboarding and ongoing supplier management processes, we:

Review supplier policies and statements relating to labour standards, human rights, and modern slavery. Assess the risk profile of suppliers based on sector, geography, and type of service or product provided. Seek confirmation that suppliers comply with relevant modern slavery and human trafficking legislation.

Where we identify higher-risk suppliers, we may conduct enhanced due diligence. This may include requesting additional documentation, undertaking site visits where appropriate, and implementing contractual provisions that require adherence to our anti-slavery expectations. We also reserve the right to conduct audits of key suppliers to verify compliance with our requirements.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, contractors, and suppliers to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery at the earliest possible stage. Concerns can be raised directly with line managers, senior management, or through existing internal reporting channels. Individuals may report in confidence and without fear of retaliation.

All reports will be treated seriously and investigated promptly and sensitively. Where appropriate, we will cooperate fully with law enforcement and regulatory bodies. We are committed to protecting anyone who raises a concern in good faith from any form of victimisation or detrimental treatment.

Training and Awareness

We recognise that raising awareness is vital in identifying and preventing modern slavery. Relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management, are made aware of the indicators of exploitation and the processes for reporting concerns. We aim to embed respect for human rights into our culture so that modern slavery risks are considered in day-to-day decisions.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to continually improving our approach to identifying and tackling modern slavery risks. This statement and our associated procedures will be reviewed at least annually, or sooner if there are significant changes in legislation, our business operations, or identified risks.

As part of this review, we will assess the effectiveness of our due diligence, supplier monitoring, training, and reporting mechanisms. Where gaps or opportunities for improvement are identified, we will implement appropriate actions and update our processes. This ensures that our modern slavery controls remain robust, relevant, and proportionate to the nature and scale of our business.

This statement reflects the commitment of Rubbish Clearance Hounslow to act ethically, to safeguard the dignity and rights of all individuals, and to work actively towards the elimination of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains.