Rubbish Collection South Kensington Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions taken by Rubbish Collection South Kensington to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights, treat all individuals with dignity and respect, and act ethically in all our relationships.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Rubbish Collection South Kensington has a clear zero-tolerance stance towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, child labour and servitude. We are committed to operating transparently, lawfully and ethically, and to working only with suppliers and partners who share these standards.

All employees, agency workers, contractors and suppliers are expected to comply with this policy. Breaches of this policy by staff may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Breaches by suppliers may result in suspension or termination of contracts.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Our core activities involve the collection, handling and transfer of household and commercial waste within South Kensington and surrounding areas. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles and equipment, personal protective equipment, waste processing and recycling facilities, cleaning and maintenance services, and employment agencies that may supply temporary labour.

We recognise that some parts of the waste management and logistics sectors can present higher risks of labour exploitation. We therefore strive to understand these risks and implement proportionate controls to prevent harm.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We carry out due diligence on new and existing suppliers to identify and manage the risk of modern slavery. As part of this process, we require suppliers, where appropriate, to confirm that they comply with all applicable labour and human rights legislation and that they have their own measures in place to prevent modern slavery.

We conduct risk-based supplier audits, which may include reviewing employment practices, checking right-to-work documentation, examining subcontracting arrangements and interviewing relevant personnel. Where potential issues are identified, we seek corrective action plans and monitor progress. If we are not satisfied that risks are being adequately addressed, we may reconsider or end the relationship.

Policies, Training and Awareness

Our approach to modern slavery is supported by internal policies covering ethical conduct, recruitment, whistleblowing, health and safety and supplier management. These policies are communicated to staff and are periodically reviewed for effectiveness.

Relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management and recruitment, are provided with training and guidance so they can identify warning signs of labour exploitation and understand how to report concerns.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone connected with our business, including employees, agency workers, suppliers and members of the public, to report any concerns relating to modern slavery or human trafficking. Concerns may include suspected exploitation, unsafe working conditions, retention of identity documents, or coercive or abusive behaviour.

Reports can be made to line managers, senior management or through our whistleblowing channels, which allow concerns to be raised confidentially. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and handled sensitively. We will not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Rubbish Collection South Kensington is committed to continuous improvement in our efforts to identify, prevent and address modern slavery risks. We review the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence procedures, training and supplier audits at least once a year, and earlier if significant changes occur in our operations or risk profile.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and approved annually by the leadership of Rubbish Collection South Kensington to ensure it remains accurate, relevant and reflective of our ongoing commitment to combat modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business.