Modern Slavery Statement — Business Waste Removal Soho

Business Waste Removal Soho is committed to conducting its operations with the highest standards of integrity and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chain. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, child labour, or exploitation and will take decisive action where breaches are identified. Our Soho business waste removal teams and partners are expected to uphold these standards.

We recognise that the waste management sector, including business waste removal in Soho, can present risks where vulnerable workers might be exploited. To mitigate these risks we require all colleagues, subcontractors and suppliers to adhere to our policies and to complete mandatory training on ethical sourcing and labour rights. The policy is clear: any confirmed instance of modern slavery results in immediate remediation and, where appropriate, termination of contracts.

Scope and Responsibilities

Our statement covers all operational activities across our Soho business waste removal services, including collection, sorting, recycling and disposal. Senior management is responsible for implementation and oversight of anti-slavery controls, while supervisors and procurement staff ensure compliance day-to-day. We use a risk-based approach to identify higher risk jurisdictions and supplier categories and prioritise resources accordingly. Transparency and continuous improvement are core to our approach.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Contractual Controls

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy that is embedded into contracts and supplier agreements. All new contracts require explicit clauses prohibiting modern slavery and requiring immediate notification of any suspected breaches. During onboarding, vendors must confirm compliance with our standards; failure to do so results in disqualification. Our internal procurement policy mandates checks on labour practices for all key suppliers.

Supplier audits form a critical part of our prevention strategy. We conduct periodic audits and risk assessments for suppliers involved in the collection, processing and transport of waste materials. These audits evaluate working hours, wage practices, recruitment processes and the presence of coercive practices. We also require evidence of right-to-work checks and worker grievance mechanisms where applicable.

Audit outcomes drive corrective action plans. Where issues are identified, we expect remediation within agreed timeframes. Persistent or severe violations lead to suspension or termination of the supplier relationship. To support smaller subcontractors, we provide guidance and capacity building to help them meet our standards and reduce the risk of inadvertent non-compliance.

We are committed to maintaining clear reporting channels so that staff, contractors and third parties can raise concerns safely and confidentially. Reports may be made through internal whistleblowing routes and confidential hotlines managed by independent providers. We ensure anonymity where requested and protect whistleblowers against retaliation. Our reporting framework is designed to make it easy to report suspected modern slavery related to business waste removal operations in Soho and beyond.

Reporting channels include internal line managers, HR, and an externally managed anonymous reporting service. All reports are triaged, investigated by trained personnel and escalated to senior management where appropriate. Outcomes and remedial actions are recorded and monitored to ensure closure and to prevent recurrence.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and associated policies to reflect changes in our business, supplier base and regulatory landscape. The annual review includes assessment of audit findings, reported incidents, corrective actions taken and progress on training completion rates. Results inform updates to risk assessments and supplier engagement strategies.