Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Introduction

Rubbish Collection Canary Wharf is committed to conducting its business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement outlines the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. It applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Rubbish Collection Canary Wharf.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any organisation, supplier, or individual involved in such practices. This commitment is embedded in our internal policies, supplier requirements, and day-to-day decision making.

All staff are expected to act ethically and with integrity at all times. Any behaviour that is inconsistent with this policy, including turning a blind eye to suspected exploitation, is treated as a serious disciplinary matter and may result in termination of employment or contract.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Rubbish Collection Canary Wharf provides waste management and rubbish collection services to commercial and residential clients. Our supply chain includes waste transfer facilities, equipment and vehicle providers, personal protective equipment suppliers, and labour agencies. We recognise that certain areas of the waste and facilities management sector may present higher risks of labour exploitation, particularly where subcontracted labour is involved.

We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and can demonstrate compliance with legal and ethical labour standards.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We conduct due diligence checks on new and existing suppliers to assess their approach to labour practices and modern slavery risks. As part of our onboarding process, suppliers are required to confirm that they comply with all relevant labour, human rights, and anti-slavery legislation, and that they do not use forced, bonded, or trafficked labour at any stage in their operations.

Where we identify higher-risk suppliers, such as those providing labour-intensive services or operating in high-risk sectors, we may carry out more detailed assessments. These can include requesting evidence of policies and procedures, reviewing training records, and asking for written confirmations regarding their own supply chains.

We reserve the right to audit suppliers, either directly or through third parties, to verify compliance with our standards. Failure to meet our expectations may result in corrective action plans, suspension of work, or termination of the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone who works for or with Rubbish Collection Canary Wharf to raise concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical labour practices as soon as they arise. Concerns can be reported to a line manager, a senior manager, or directly to our designated compliance contact within the business.

All reports will be taken seriously, treated sensitively, and investigated promptly. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith, regardless of the outcome of the investigation.

We expect our suppliers to establish their own safe and accessible reporting channels for workers, and to ensure that workers are not penalised for speaking up about exploitation or poor labour conditions.

Training and Awareness

We provide appropriate training and guidance to managers and relevant staff so they can recognise signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond to concerns. Training may include information on identifying vulnerable workers, understanding indicators of forced labour, and using the appropriate reporting channels.

By raising awareness within our workforce, we aim to build a culture in which exploitation is recognised quickly and addressed decisively.

Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed annually to ensure that it remains current, effective, and aligned with best practice and legal developments. As part of the annual review, we evaluate our risk assessments, supplier performance, and any issues raised through reporting channels.

Where areas for improvement are identified, we will update our policies, procedures, and training accordingly. We are committed to continually strengthening our controls so that the risk of modern slavery within our business and supply chains is minimised as far as reasonably possible.

This statement has been approved by the leadership of Rubbish Collection Canary Wharf and represents our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and protecting the rights and dignity of all workers associated with our operations.