Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Removal Morden

Commercial Waste Removal Morden is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement sets out the steps we take across our business and supply chain to ensure that forced labour, unlawful retention of identity documents, and other forms of exploitation are not present in our activities or those of our partners. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy to any form of modern slavery and expect all associated suppliers to hold themselves to the same high standard.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We enforce a clear and unequivocal stance: we will not tolerate modern slavery in any form within commercial rubbish removal in Morden or related services. All employees, contractors and suppliers are required to comply with our anti-slavery and human trafficking principles. This includes recruitment ethics, payment of lawful wages, safe working conditions and freedom of movement. Any breach of this policy triggers immediate investigation and may result in contract termination and legal action where appropriate.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We maintain rigorous supplier selection criteria for Morden commercial waste removal partners. Suppliers must demonstrate compliance with labour laws, provide transparent employment records and allow audits. Regular supplier audits form a core part of our process, using both desk-based checks and on-site inspections to verify working practices and supply chain integrity. Where risks are identified we require corrective action plans and follow-up audits to ensure sustained compliance.

Scope of the Statement

This statement covers all operations and services provided by our commercial waste removal services in Morden, including subcontracted waste carriers, recycling partners and labour agencies used to support refuse collection and disposal. We extend our expectations to tier-two and tier-three suppliers where practicable, prioritising those with higher risk exposures.

Policies, Reporting Channels and Worker Protection

We provide multiple secure reporting channels so concerns about modern slavery can be raised safely and confidentially. Staff and third parties are encouraged to report suspicions through internal reporting lines, anonymous hotlines and designated compliance officers. Reports are handled with confidentiality and care; retaliation is strictly prohibited. We also require subcontractors in the Morden waste removal network to maintain equivalent reporting mechanisms for their workers.

To support prevention, we use background checks at recruitment, require right-to-work documentation, and operate a whistleblower policy that protects those who raise concerns. We emphasise training for managers and site supervisors so they can recognise signs of exploitation and know how to escalate issues promptly. All allegations are investigated by a trained compliance team and logged for accountability.

Due Diligence, Audits and Remediation

Our due diligence process for waste removal contracts in Morden combines risk-based supplier assessments, contractual clauses referencing modern slavery compliance and periodic audits. Measures include:

• Pre-contract risk assessments of suppliers and their labour practices
• Contract clauses mandating adherence to anti-slavery standards
• Scheduled and unannounced supplier audits to validate on-the-ground compliance
• Corrective action plans and monitoring for any non-conformances

We review findings from audits and reports to determine remediation steps, which may include worker support, contract renegotiation or termination. We work collaboratively with suppliers to implement improvements, but retain the right to cease relationships where remediation is insufficient.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement We undertake an annual review of our policies, procedures and audit outcomes to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement across the commercial waste removal Morden network. Results are used to update training, refine supplier assessment tools and strengthen contractual protections. Our continuous improvement approach ensures our anti-slavery measures evolve with emerging risks and best practice. In sum, our company remains resolute in its commitment to eradicate modern slavery from all aspects of waste removal services in Morden through proactive checks, open reporting channels, and an uncompromising zero-tolerance stance.