Modern Slavery Statement for Rubbish Removal Docklands
Rubbish Removal Docklands is committed to operating responsibly, ethically, and in full respect of human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. It applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers associated with our business.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
We have a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery in all its forms. We do not tolerate forced, bonded, or compulsory labour, and we reject any form of human trafficking, servitude, or child labour. This commitment is embedded in our business values and is reflected in our internal policies, supplier expectations, and day-to-day decision-making.
All team members are expected to act with integrity and to uphold this policy at all times. Any attempt to engage in, enable, or ignore modern slavery is considered gross misconduct and may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts, and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.
Our Operations and Supply Chain
Rubbish Removal Docklands provides waste collection and rubbish removal services. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, equipment, uniforms, waste processing facilities, and subcontracted labour. We recognise that risks of modern slavery can arise in sectors involving manual work, logistics, waste handling, and outsourced services.
We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and who demonstrate a clear commitment to human rights and ethical employment practices. This includes ensuring fair pay, safe working conditions, and lawful working hours for all workers involved in our operations.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We conduct due diligence on new and existing suppliers to assess the risk of modern slavery and unethical labour practices. Our expectations are communicated through our supplier standards and contractual terms, which require compliance with relevant labour and human rights legislation.
Where our risk assessment identifies higher-risk categories or regions, we may undertake additional checks, request evidence of labour standards compliance, or seek audit reports. We reserve the right to conduct or commission supplier audits, either announced or unannounced, to verify adherence to our standards. If a supplier fails to meet our requirements or refuses to engage with corrective actions, we will consider suspending or terminating the relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We encourage all employees, contractors, and suppliers to report any concerns or suspicions related to modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Reports may include concerns about working conditions, recruitment practices, withholding of documents or wages, intimidation, or any behaviour suggesting exploitation.
Concerns can be raised directly with management, through our internal reporting procedures, or via confidential whistleblowing channels made available to staff. We handle all reports sensitively and, where possible, confidentially. Every report is investigated promptly, and appropriate action is taken, including engagement with law enforcement or specialist agencies when necessary.
Training and Awareness
We are committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery among our workforce. Relevant team members receive guidance on identifying signs of exploitation, understanding our reporting procedures, and applying our zero-tolerance policy in practice. We expect our managers and supervisors to lead by example and to promote a culture of openness and responsibility.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing process requiring constant vigilance and improvement. Each year, we review this Modern Slavery Statement and our related policies, procedures, and due diligence measures. This annual review considers changes in legislation, best practice guidance, risk assessments, and any issues or incidents raised during the year.
Outcomes from the review may include updates to our supplier standards, enhancements to training, refinement of reporting channels, or strengthened audit procedures. By regularly evaluating and improving our approach, Rubbish Removal Docklands aims to minimise the risk of modern slavery within our own operations and to contribute positively to the broader effort to eliminate exploitation from supply chains.
This statement reflects the position of Rubbish Removal Docklands for the current financial year and is approved by the company leadership.
