Modern Slavery Statement — Business Waste Removal Lewisham

Business Waste Removal Lewisham is committed to the highest standards of ethical behaviour and human rights across our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and modern slavery risks in our supply chain and services. We operate with a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation and actively promote responsible practices for all colleagues, contractors and suppliers involved in commercial waste removal Lewisham and surrounding areas.

Our policy framework applies to every part of our business providing business waste removal in Lewisham, from collection and transportation to recycling and disposal. We require managers and operational staff to uphold strong ethical standards and to recognise the signs of modern slavery. All employees receive training that highlights our commitments and practical steps to identify and respond to risks, reinforcing that exploitation will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

We maintain clear expectations for suppliers and partners: contracts and procurement terms include mandatory clauses addressing forced labour and human trafficking. The supplier code of conduct requires compliance with all applicable labour laws, transparent employment records and safe working conditions. Supplier audits are a cornerstone of our assurance approach, ensuring third parties engaged in waste management services meet our standards and continuously improve practices.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We operate a risk-based due diligence programme for our supply chain. This includes desktop reviews, documentation checks and on-site inspections where appropriate. Key elements include:

• Risk assessment of suppliers by geography, service type and labour intensity;
• Formal audits to verify payroll, working hours, recruitment practices and subcontractor use;
• Action plans for remediation when issues are identified, with timelines and follow-up audits;
• Termination clauses for persistent non-compliance that cannot be remedied.

For local suppliers in Lewisham and wider London, our audits are tailored to the realities of the waste sector, recognising informal labour models while insisting on legality, safety and dignity at work. We also encourage suppliers to adopt their own modern slavery policies and to share evidence of their protections for workers.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for employees, subcontractors and members of the public to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery involving our operations or suppliers. Reports can be made anonymously and will be taken seriously and investigated promptly. Our procedures ensure protection from retaliation, with documented steps to triage, investigate and escalate incidents as necessary.

Our reporting and incident-management protocol includes immediate safety measures for affected individuals, coordination with authorities when criminal activity is suspected, and remedial measures where employment malpractice is identified. We maintain records of all reports and outcomes to ensure transparency and continuous learning.

Monitoring, Transparency and Annual Review: We commit to regular monitoring and public reporting on our efforts to prevent modern slavery. This statement is reviewed at least annually to assess effectiveness and to update policies, training and supplier engagement strategies. Each annual review considers new risk areas, stakeholder feedback and the results of supplier audits, and sets measurable objectives for the coming year to strengthen protections across our business waste removal services in Lewisham and beyond.