Willesden Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Willesden Skip Hire to prevent slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. As part of our corporate responsibility and as a formal modern slavery policy, we make a clear, zero-tolerance declaration: any form of exploitation is unacceptable and will result in immediate action.

We publish this anti-slavery statement to communicate our approach to risk, due diligence and remedial steps. Our slavery and human trafficking statement explains how we identify, assess and manage the risk of exploitation across business activities, transport logistics and third-party services. This anti-slavery policy reflects both legal obligations and our ethical standards.

To ensure accountability we have defined roles and responsibilities across the business. Senior management endorses the Modern Slavery Policy, while operational managers are required to implement controls and report concerns. We include contractual obligations in supplier agreements and require declarations that workers are engaged lawfully and paid fairly.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Enforcement

Our position is unequivocal: zero tolerance for modern slavery and forced labour. Any supplier, contractor or employee found to be complicit in exploitation will face contract termination, reporting to authorities and remediation measures for affected individuals. We will pursue all reasonable steps to ensure victims receive support and that perpetrators are removed from our supply chain.

We apply risk-based due diligence in supplier selection and onboarding. High-risk categories include sub-contractors in manual labour, vehicle maintenance and waste-handling services. Our procurement team conducts checks on labour practices, identity verification and payment terms to reduce the likelihood of exploitative conditions.

We require suppliers to adhere to our code of conduct and to cooperate with audits and inspections. A failure to supply adequate evidence of compliance will trigger escalation and may lead to contract suspension pending corrective action.

Supplier Audits, Monitoring and Remediation

Supplier audits form a core part of our strategy. Audits include document reviews, site visits and worker interviews where appropriate. We use a combination of scheduled checks and spot inspections to verify working hours, wage payments and recruitment practices. Findings are recorded and followed through with corrective action plans.

Key elements in our supplier review process include:

• Documentation checks for right-to-work and wage records
• Contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery standards
• On-site inspections and independent third-party assessments

Where non-compliance is identified, we prioritise immediate steps to protect affected workers, require suppliers to implement remedial measures and monitor progress until standards are met. Persistent non-compliance results in termination of the business relationship.

Reporting channels are available for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns confidentially. Reports may be made through internal whistleblowing routes and are treated sensitively and promptly. All reports are investigated, and we maintain a no-retaliation stance to protect those who come forward in good faith.

To support prevention, we provide training and awareness for staff and management on recognising indicators of modern slavery and the practical steps to take. Training is refreshed regularly and adapted to the needs of operational teams.

This modern slavery and human trafficking statement will be reviewed at least annually. The annual review assesses effectiveness, updates risk assessments and revises policy and procedures as necessary. The results of the review are presented to senior leadership with recommended improvements, reflecting our commitment to continuous improvement and responsible business practice.

Commitment: Willesden Skip Hire is committed to eliminating modern slavery from our operations and supply chains. We will continue to strengthen supplier audits, maintain clear reporting channels and conduct rigorous annual reviews to ensure compliance and protect vulnerable workers.