Modern Slavery Statement for Waste Clearance South Kensington

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Waste Clearance South Kensington in respect of our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting our business ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with applicable modern slavery and human trafficking legislation. This statement explains the steps we take to prevent modern slavery in our business and supply chains.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Waste Clearance South Kensington has a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking, including forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, servitude, and any form of exploitation. We expect the same high standards from all parties we work with, including suppliers, subcontractors, and other business partners.

We are committed to acting with integrity in all our relationships and to putting in place effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place anywhere within our operations or supply chain. Any breach of this commitment is treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of contracts or working relationships.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Waste Clearance South Kensington provides waste clearance and related services to domestic, commercial, and public sector customers. Our supply chains include providers of vehicles and equipment, waste disposal and recycling facilities, protective clothing and safety equipment, office supplies, and labour and subcontracted services.

Because we rely on a range of suppliers and service partners, we recognise our responsibility to understand and manage the risk of modern slavery occurring at any stage, from the sourcing of materials and services through to the delivery of our work on site.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We require our suppliers and subcontractors to comply with all applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human trafficking. As part of our supplier onboarding and ongoing management processes, we seek confirmation that:

They prohibit forced, bonded, or involuntary labour; they do not employ workers below the legal minimum age; they ensure fair working hours, wages, and conditions; and they maintain appropriate documentation to demonstrate compliance with labour laws.

We conduct proportionate checks and audits on higher-risk suppliers, which may include requesting policy documents, reviewing workforce practices, and seeking declarations regarding compliance with modern slavery legislation. Where we identify concerns, we will engage with the supplier to seek corrective action. If adequate remediation is not possible, we may suspend or end the business relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels

We aim to ensure that relevant staff understand the risks of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains. Training and guidance are provided to managers and employees involved in procurement, contract management, and site operations so they can recognise warning signs and respond appropriately.

All employees, subcontractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any concerns related to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised with a line manager, a senior manager, or directly with the company director. Reports may be made confidentially and will be handled sensitively and without fear of retaliation. We will investigate all reports and, where appropriate, take corrective and disciplinary action, and notify relevant authorities if required.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. Waste Clearance South Kensington is committed to continuously improving our processes to identify, prevent, and address risks. This includes reviewing our supplier due diligence, contract terms, and risk assessment procedures on a regular basis.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every year, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, our business activities, or identified risks. The review will consider feedback from audits, incident reports, and stakeholder engagement, and will result in updates to our policies and procedures where necessary.

This statement has been approved by the leadership of Waste Clearance South Kensington and reflects our continuing commitment to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our business or supply chains.