Waste Collection Camberwell Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Waste Collection Camberwell takes to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting business ethically, transparently, and in full compliance with applicable modern slavery and human rights legislation.

Our Commitment and Scope

Waste Collection Camberwell provides waste collection and related services to residential, commercial, and public sector customers. This statement applies to all employees, temporary workers, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Waste Collection Camberwell. We recognise that the waste management sector can be exposed to risks associated with vulnerable workers, subcontracted labour, and complex supply chains. We therefore take a proactive approach to identifying and addressing those risks.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. Modern slavery is fundamentally incompatible with our values and our obligations to our workforce, customers, and communities. No form of forced, compulsory, or bonded labour, servitude, or child labour is acceptable in our business or supply chain. We expect all individuals and organisations working with us to adhere to this standard.

Our zero-tolerance stance is embedded in our internal policies, code of conduct, and supplier requirements. Breaches of this policy by employees may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Breaches by suppliers or contractors may result in contract suspension or termination and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We understand that our modern slavery risks can arise within supply chains, particularly where services are subcontracted or materials are sourced from multiple tiers of suppliers. To manage these risks, we require suppliers to confirm compliance with applicable labour, human rights, and health and safety legislation, and to demonstrate that they do not tolerate modern slavery in their own operations or those of their subcontractors.

As part of our supplier due diligence, we conduct risk-based checks, which may include pre-qualification questionnaires, requests for policy documents, and verification of right-to-work procedures. For higher-risk categories, we may conduct or commission audits that assess working conditions, recruitment practices, and management of subcontractors. Where issues are identified, we work with suppliers on corrective action plans and set realistic but firm deadlines for improvement. Failure to address serious or repeated non-compliances may result in cessation of business with that supplier.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Waste Collection Camberwell encourages open communication and provides safe mechanisms for reporting concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to raise concerns with their line manager, a senior manager, or the human resources team, who will escalate and investigate as appropriate.

We also maintain a whistleblowing channel that allows individuals to report concerns confidentially and, if preferred, anonymously. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, regardless of the outcome of any investigation.

Training, Awareness, and Responsibility

Responsibility for overseeing this Modern Slavery Statement and related policies rests with the senior management team. Managers with responsibility for procurement, contract management, human resources, and site operations receive guidance on identifying and addressing modern slavery risks. Awareness information is provided to relevant staff to help them recognise indicators of exploitation, such as withholding of identification documents, restriction of movement, or evidence of debt bondage.

We encourage our people to remain vigilant and to seek advice whenever they are unsure whether a situation may involve modern slavery or human trafficking. Where necessary, we will seek guidance from external experts or relevant authorities.

Monitoring, Annual Review, and Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continually improving our approach to preventing modern slavery. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through reviews of supplier performance, feedback from workers, and analysis of any reports or incidents raised through our reporting channels.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by the senior management team to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legislation and best practice. As part of each review, we assess emerging risks, update our due diligence processes where needed, and refine our training and communication activities. Any material changes will be communicated to employees and suppliers to reinforce our zero-tolerance approach and our shared responsibility to protect the rights and dignity of all workers.