Rubbish Removal Queen's Park Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is issued by Rubbish Removal Queen's Park in relation to our operations and supply chains. It outlines the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking, and reaffirms our commitment to ethical, safe and fair working practices in all aspects of our business.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Approach

Rubbish Removal Queen's Park has a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and child labour. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings and relationships, and to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place in our own operations or our wider supply chains.

All employees, contractors, agency staff and suppliers are expected to uphold this commitment. Any form of exploitation is fundamentally incompatible with our values and the standards we set for ourselves and those who work with us.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Rubbish Removal Queen's Park provides waste clearance and related services to residential and commercial customers. Our supply chains include providers of vehicles, fuel, personal protective equipment, uniforms, waste transfer and recycling facilities, office supplies, and outsourced support services.

We recognise that some sectors and geographic regions carry higher risks of modern slavery. We are particularly vigilant when engaging suppliers who operate in labour-intensive environments or who subcontract work further down their own supply chains.

Supplier Standards and Due Diligence

We expect all suppliers to comply with applicable labour, employment and human rights laws and to actively prevent modern slavery in their operations. As part of our supplier due diligence, we assess prospective and existing suppliers against criteria that include labour practices, health and safety, and transparency of their own supply chains.

Where appropriate, our terms with suppliers include obligations to maintain fair working conditions, prohibit forced or compulsory labour, and co-operate with any enquiries we make regarding their practices. Suppliers that are unable or unwilling to meet these expectations may not be engaged, or their contracts may be reviewed or terminated.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

To support our zero-tolerance stance, Rubbish Removal Queen's Park undertakes proportionate monitoring and auditing of higher-risk suppliers. This may include site visits, requests for documentation relating to employment practices, and structured questionnaires about workforce conditions, recruitment methods and use of subcontractors.

Where we identify areas for improvement, we work collaboratively with suppliers to address them through corrective action plans. If serious or persistent breaches related to modern slavery are identified, we will take appropriate action, which may include suspension of work or ending the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, workers, contractors and suppliers to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery at the earliest possible stage. Concerns can be reported to line managers, senior management or a designated contact within our management team, who will treat all reports seriously and sensitively.

We are committed to ensuring that no one suffers any detrimental treatment as a result of reporting a genuine concern in good faith. Anonymous reports will be considered where sufficient information is provided to allow a meaningful review. All credible reports will be promptly investigated and appropriate action taken.

Training and Awareness

We seek to raise awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, particularly those involved in procurement, management of suppliers and front-line operations. Training and guidance are provided to help colleagues recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to report concerns safely and effectively.

We also communicate our expectations on modern slavery to suppliers and contractors, reinforcing that ethical labour practices are a condition of our ongoing business relationships.

Review, Governance and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by the management of Rubbish Removal Queen's Park to ensure its continued relevance and effectiveness. The annual review considers any changes in legislation, risk areas identified in our operations or supply chains, outcomes of supplier audits and feedback from stakeholders.

Where opportunities for improvement are identified, we will update our policies, procedures and training to strengthen our approach to preventing modern slavery. By maintaining this focus and working collaboratively with our suppliers and partners, Rubbish Removal Queen's Park aims to contribute to the wider eradication of modern slavery in our industry and beyond.