Modern Slavery Statement — Business Waste Removal Northolt

Business Waste Removal Northolt is committed to preventing all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, child labour, and any practices that infringe human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to identifying, assessing and mitigating the risk of modern slavery across our Northolt waste services and related business waste removal activities.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Commitment

Our zero-tolerance policy is embedded in our code of conduct and applies to every employee, contractor and partner engaged with our business. We will not tolerate exploitation in any form and will act decisively where concerns are identified. This commitment covers all parts of the business including operational crews, collection routes, recycling facilities, and the broader supplier network used by Business Waste Removal in Northolt and surrounding areas.

We require our suppliers and subcontractors to comply with the highest standards of labour and human rights. To ensure compliance we carry out regular supplier audits and due diligence assessments. Supplier audits examine recruitment practices, working hours, payment of wages, health and safety, and the presence of coercive or deceptive practices. Our audit program includes both documentation reviews and on-site visits where practicable, tailored to risks identified for Northolt waste removal partners.

Our supplier assessment framework contains clear expectations and contractual clauses requiring suppliers to adhere to anti-slavery legislation and to provide transparent records. We deploy a risk-based approach for assessing business waste removal vendors, prioritising those operating in higher-risk supply chains or providing labour-intensive services. The framework also supports continual improvement through corrective action plans, follow-up audits, and capacity building with suppliers.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We maintain confidential reporting channels for employees, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices. Reports can be made anonymously and will be investigated promptly and fairly. Whistleblowers are protected against retaliation, and investigators document findings and remedial actions. Our reporting process includes internal escalation to senior management and, where appropriate, referral to external authorities.

To support transparency we publish summary findings from audits and investigations in anonymised form and use lessons learned to refine our policies. Employees and contractors are trained to recognise signs of exploitation and to use the reporting mechanisms provided. Training materials reflect real scenarios relevant to Northolt waste removal services and emphasise the role every person plays in preventing abuse.

We measure the effectiveness of our anti-slavery program through key performance indicators, including the number of supplier audits completed, corrective actions implemented, and training completion rates. These metrics are reviewed quarterly by our compliance team and reported to senior leadership. Continuous monitoring and improvement are essential to ensuring that modern slavery risks are identified and addressed promptly.

Annual Review and Governance — Our Modern Slavery Statement and related policies are subject to an annual review to reflect changes in our operations, new legislation, or emerging risks. The review is overseen by the board-level governance group and includes input from procurement, operations, legal and compliance teams. We use the annual review to update risk assessments, refresh supplier audit schedules, and allocate resources to areas of highest priority across our Northolt commercial waste removal activities.

In conclusion, Business Waste Removal Northolt reaffirms its firm stance against modern slavery. We will continue to enforce our zero-tolerance policy, conduct robust supplier audits, maintain secure reporting channels, and perform an annual review of our policies and practices. Our commitment is to protect vulnerable workers, uphold human rights, and ensure that our business waste collection and disposal services operate legally and ethically in every aspect.