Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement for Rubbish Clearance Sutton

Rubbish Clearance Sutton is firmly committed to conducting all aspects of our business ethically and responsibly. We recognise our duty to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and within our supply chains. This statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address any risks related to modern slavery, in line with our legal and moral obligations.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Rubbish Clearance Sutton provides waste removal and rubbish clearance services to residential, commercial, and public sector clients. Our activities involve directly employed staff, subcontracted operatives, vehicle and equipment providers, and suppliers of waste processing and recycling services. We understand that parts of the waste and logistics sectors can be vulnerable to labour exploitation, and we therefore apply robust controls to reduce these risks.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a clear zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, or child labour. This applies to all employees, workers, contractors, agency staff, and any organisation that supplies goods or services to Rubbish Clearance Sutton. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy is treated as a serious misconduct issue and may result in termination of employment or contracts, as well as referral to law enforcement where appropriate.

Our zero-tolerance position is communicated through our contracts, onboarding processes, and internal policies, ensuring that all individuals working with or for us understand our expectations and obligations.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We expect the same high standards from our suppliers and business partners as we apply to ourselves. As part of our supplier onboarding and ongoing management, we carry out due diligence to assess risks related to modern slavery. This includes obtaining information on labour practices, recruitment processes, and working conditions, with particular focus on higher-risk activities such as subcontracted labour and waste processing.

Where appropriate, we conduct supplier audits, which may be desk-based reviews or on-site visits. These audits assess compliance with our anti-slavery requirements, working hours, pay arrangements, right-to-work documentation, health and safety practices, and the presence of any indicators of exploitation. Any non-conformities identified during an audit must be remedied within an agreed timeframe. Persistent or serious failures to meet our standards can lead to contract suspension or termination.

Training, Awareness, and Responsibilities

Managers and staff involved in procurement, recruitment, and contract management receive guidance on identifying and responding to potential signs of modern slavery. We promote awareness of risks such as withholding of documents, excessive working hours, debt bondage, intimidation, or restricted freedom of movement. Responsibilities for implementing this statement rest with senior management, who oversee policy development, supplier engagement, and response to concerns.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery connected to our business or supply chains. Concerns can be raised confidentially through internal reporting channels, including line managers, senior management, and designated HR contacts. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.

All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and, where necessary, escalated to relevant authorities. We are committed to protecting vulnerable individuals and will cooperate fully with law enforcement and regulatory bodies where modern slavery is suspected.

Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. Rubbish Clearance Sutton reviews this Modern Slavery Statement and the effectiveness of our measures on an annual basis. As part of this review, we consider audit outcomes, incident reports, legislative changes, and feedback from staff and suppliers. We then update our policies, training, and due diligence processes to strengthen our approach and address emerging risks.

This statement has been approved by the management of Rubbish Clearance Sutton and will be reviewed and updated each year to reflect our continuing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all our activities.