Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy Statement

Waste Clearance Canary Wharf is committed to operating responsibly, ethically, and in full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that waste management and related services can involve complex labour arrangements, and we are determined to ensure that exploitation has no place in our business.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, servitude, and human trafficking. This commitment applies to our own workforce, agency workers, contractors, and every organisation within our supply chain. We expect everyone working with or for Waste Clearance Canary Wharf to share this commitment and to conduct business in a manner that upholds human dignity and fundamental rights.

Our zero-tolerance stance is reflected in our internal policies, employment contracts, and supplier terms and conditions. Any breach or suspected breach is treated as a serious matter that may result in termination of contracts, dismissal, or formal reporting to the relevant authorities.

Our People and Internal Controls

We strive to create a safe, fair, and transparent working environment. All employees are recruited in line with UK employment law, including verification of identity and right-to-work checks. We do not charge recruitment fees, and we do not tolerate any practice that restricts freedom of movement or coerces individuals to work against their will.

We maintain clear HR policies covering fair pay, working hours, and grievance procedures. Training is provided to key managers and supervisors so they can recognise the signs of modern slavery, understand their responsibilities, and respond appropriately to any concerns raised.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Our supply chain includes waste transfer stations, recycling facilities, equipment providers, and labour and transport contractors. We assess modern slavery risk when selecting and reviewing suppliers, with particular attention to services and sectors where lower-skilled or migrant labour may be prevalent.

Suppliers are required to agree to our ethical standards and confirm compliance with relevant labour and human rights legislation. Where appropriate, we conduct supplier audits, which may include document checks, site visits, and interviews with workers. These audits are designed to verify that suppliers uphold acceptable working conditions, pay lawful wages, and do not engage in any form of exploitation.

If an audit or assessment identifies non-compliance, we work with the supplier to agree a corrective action plan and timescales. Where serious or persistent issues are found, we may suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

We encourage anyone connected with Waste Clearance Canary Wharf, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and members of the public, to raise concerns about potential modern slavery risks or incidents. Concerns can be reported to line managers, senior management, or our designated compliance contact. Anonymous reports will be taken seriously and investigated wherever sufficient information is available.

No individual who raises a concern in good faith will suffer any form of retaliation or disadvantage. We are committed to investigating all credible reports promptly, taking appropriate remedial action, and, where necessary, cooperating with law enforcement and regulatory bodies.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery requires ongoing vigilance and improvement. We regularly review our policies, risk assessments, and supplier management processes to strengthen our controls and reflect changes in legislation, best practice, and our operational activities.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by our senior management team to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with our broader sustainability and ethical trading objectives. Updated versions of the statement are approved at a senior level and communicated to employees and key suppliers so that responsibilities and expectations remain clear.

By publishing this Modern Slavery Statement, Waste Clearance Canary Wharf affirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of its business and supply chains and to promoting fair, safe, and respectful working conditions for everyone involved in our services.