Modern Slavery Statement for Rubbish Collection Kingston

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Rubbish Collection Kingston in respect of the financial year ending 31 December 2025. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. Rubbish Collection Kingston provides waste management and rubbish collection services and recognises that modern slavery is a serious global issue that can occur in any sector, including environmental services and logistics.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Rubbish Collection Kingston maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, servitude and debt bondage. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and implementing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery does not take place within our own operations or those of our suppliers and subcontractors.

All employees, contractors and suppliers are expected to uphold this zero-tolerance approach. We will not knowingly work with any organisation that is involved in, or fails to take appropriate steps to prevent, modern slavery or human trafficking. Any breach of this policy will be treated as a serious matter and may lead to termination of contracts or other appropriate sanctions.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Our core activities include residential and commercial rubbish collection, recycling, and related environmental services within Kingston and surrounding areas. Our supply chains include providers of vehicles, equipment, uniforms, fuel, cleaning products, temporary labour, information technology and facilities management services.

We recognise that certain areas of our supply chain may present a higher risk of labour exploitation, particularly where services are labour intensive or where goods are sourced from regions with weaker labour protections. We are committed to identifying, assessing and managing these risks in a systematic manner.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Rubbish Collection Kingston conducts due diligence on new and existing suppliers to assess the risk of modern slavery. This includes reviewing their policies, employment practices and compliance records where relevant. Suppliers are expected to comply with all applicable labour and human rights laws and to maintain transparent employment practices.

We are developing and implementing a programme of supplier audits and assessments, prioritising higher risk categories. These audits may include review of employment contracts, wage records, working hours, recruitment practices and worker accommodation where provided. Where concerns are identified, we will work collaboratively with suppliers to remedy issues within a reasonable timeframe. Failure to remedy significant issues may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Training, Awareness and Employee Responsibilities

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery among our employees, particularly those responsible for procurement, contract management and site supervision. Training is being introduced so that relevant staff can identify signs of exploitation, understand their responsibilities and know how to escalate concerns.

All employees are required to act in accordance with our zero-tolerance policy, to follow our code of conduct and to support efforts to prevent modern slavery in our operations and supply chains. Managers are responsible for promoting an open culture in which concerns are taken seriously and addressed promptly.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Rubbish Collection Kingston encourages anyone who has concerns about possible modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains to report them without delay. Concerns can be raised through line managers, our human resources team or our designated compliance contact. Where permitted, concerns may be raised anonymously.

We will investigate all reports of suspected modern slavery thoroughly and sensitively. Victimisation of any person who raises a concern in good faith will not be tolerated. Appropriate corrective and protective measures will be taken where issues are identified, including, where necessary, referral to relevant authorities.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing process requiring continuous improvement. Rubbish Collection Kingston will monitor the effectiveness of our policies, training, supplier due diligence and audits on a regular basis. We will track incidents reported, actions taken and improvements achieved to strengthen our approach.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed, updated and approved by the senior management of Rubbish Collection Kingston on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in law, guidance or our operating environment. Our goal is to continually enhance our systems and controls so that we play a meaningful role in eliminating modern slavery from our business and supply chains.