Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is made by Waste Removal Holland Park in respect of the current financial year. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our business operations and our supply chains.

Waste Removal Holland Park provides waste collection, clearance, and disposal services. We recognise the risks that can exist in labour-intensive sectors, including waste management, logistics, and associated services. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our dealings and to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery does not take place.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We have a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This commitment applies to our own operations, our direct and indirect suppliers, contractors, and any other third parties acting on our behalf. We will not knowingly engage with any organisation or individual involved in practices that are inconsistent with our standards.

All employees, from management to frontline teams, are required to uphold this policy. Any breach is treated as a serious misconduct matter and may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or cessation of contracts.

Our Supply Chains and Supplier Standards

Our supply chains include providers of transport, waste processing facilities, equipment manufacturers, consumables, and professional services. We expect all suppliers to comply with applicable labour laws, to prohibit forced or compulsory labour, and to ensure that workers are employed of their own free will and are free to leave under reasonable notice.

We communicate our expectations through our purchasing processes and contractual terms, requiring suppliers to confirm that they do not engage in modern slavery and that they actively work to prevent it within their own operations and supply chains.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We conduct proportionate due diligence on suppliers based on risk, taking into account sector, geography, and the nature of services provided. This may include gathering information on recruitment practices, worker conditions, and subcontracting arrangements.

Where we identify higher risk, we may undertake more detailed checks, request additional documentation, or seek on-site assessments. We reserve the right to audit suppliers to verify compliance with our modern slavery requirements. If a supplier is unable or unwilling to address identified concerns, we may suspend or terminate the relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Responsibility

Responsibility for the implementation of this statement sits with senior management, who ensure that appropriate resources and oversight are in place. Managers are expected to promote awareness of modern slavery risks within their teams and to ensure that working practices align with our zero-tolerance commitments.

Relevant employees receive guidance on recognising signs of exploitation, such as withholding of documents, restriction of movement, or unusual dependency on third parties. We encourage a culture in which concerns are raised early and taken seriously.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

All workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders are encouraged to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery connected to our business or supply chains. Concerns can be raised directly with line managers or with senior management, in person, in writing, or by telephone.

Reports will be treated sensitively and, where possible, confidentially. We will not tolerate victimisation of anyone who raises a concern in good faith. All allegations will be reviewed and, where appropriate, investigated promptly. Where there is evidence of modern slavery, we will take immediate action, which may include notifying relevant authorities and supporting affected individuals to access assistance.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous assessment and improvement. We regularly review our policies, risk assessments, supplier due diligence, and staff awareness activities to strengthen our approach.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed, updated, and approved by senior management on an annual basis or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, operations, or identified risks. By maintaining this programme of review and improvement, Waste Removal Holland Park aims to reduce the risk of modern slavery in our operations and to contribute to wider efforts to eradicate exploitation in the waste management sector and beyond.