Modern Slavery Statement for Rubbish Removal Lambeth

Rubbish Removal Lambeth is committed to conducting its business ethically and responsibly. We recognise our duty to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement explains the steps we are taking to identify, manage, and mitigate modern slavery risks.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to every aspect of our rubbish removal, recycling, and waste management activities. We expect the same commitment from all contractors, suppliers, and business partners who work with or on behalf of Rubbish Removal Lambeth.

Any identified instance of modern slavery, or credible suspicion of such activity, will lead to immediate investigation, remedial action, and, where appropriate, termination of the business relationship and reporting to the relevant authorities.

Scope of our Operations and Supply Chain

Our operations involve the provision of rubbish removal services primarily within Lambeth and surrounding areas. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, equipment, personal protective equipment, waste transfer and recycling facilities, office services, and temporary labour agencies.

We recognise that some areas of the waste management and logistics sector present higher risks of labour exploitation, particularly where low-skilled, temporary, or migrant labour is used. We therefore apply enhanced scrutiny to these higher-risk suppliers and activities.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All new suppliers and contractors are required to confirm that they comply with relevant labour laws and that they do not engage in modern slavery or human trafficking. Our standard terms of business include expectations on ethical conduct, fair treatment of workers, and compliance with modern slavery legislation.

We conduct risk-based supplier assessments and audits to verify compliance. These may include:

Onboarding checks to review ownership, labour practices, and previous compliance history.

Requests for evidence of right-to-work checks, wage records, working hours, and health and safety practices.

Site visits for selected higher-risk suppliers, including waste transfer stations and labour providers.

If concerns are identified, we work with suppliers on corrective action plans with clear timeframes. Where serious or repeated non-compliance is found, we will consider suspending or ending the business relationship.

Employee Awareness, Training, and Responsibilities

All employees, particularly those involved in procurement, operations, and recruitment, are made aware of the risks and indicators of modern slavery. Training and guidance are provided to help staff recognise warning signs such as withholding of documents, unexplained wage deductions, or signs of intimidation or control by third parties.

Management at all levels is responsible for ensuring that those reporting to them understand and adhere to our zero-tolerance policy and know how to raise concerns safely.

Reporting Concerns and Safe Channels

Rubbish Removal Lambeth encourages everyone, including employees, agency workers, and suppliers, to report any concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised through the following channels:

Directly to a line manager or senior manager.

Via our internal reporting channel to the management team responsible for compliance.

Anonymously, where requested, so far as is reasonably possible while allowing effective investigation.

We are committed to protecting individuals who raise concerns in good faith from victimisation or retaliation. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled confidentially.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to tackling modern slavery. Each year we review our risk assessments, supplier due diligence processes, training materials, and reporting outcomes to ensure that they remain effective and proportionate to the risks we face.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and approved annually by the management of Rubbish Removal Lambeth. Any necessary updates are implemented, and further actions are identified to strengthen our prevention and detection of modern slavery throughout our business and supply chains.

By publishing this statement, Rubbish Removal Lambeth reaffirms its commitment to acting ethically, treating people fairly, and taking robust steps to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations.