Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Acton

Commercial Waste Acton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to eliminating forced labour, exploitation and other forms of modern slavery from the supply chain that supports Acton commercial waste services. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery and expect the same high standards from every supplier and partner.

Our commitment covers every part of the business and applies to contractors, subcontractors and suppliers engaged in providing goods and services to support commercial waste in Acton. The policy emphasises proactive due diligence, training for staff, and the incorporation of anti-slavery clauses in procurement contracts. We communicate our standards clearly and require suppliers to demonstrate compliance with labour and human rights expectations.

We undertake regular supplier audits and risk assessments as part of our ongoing compliance programme. The supplier audit process includes documentation checks, on-site visits where appropriate, and verification of policies, worker contracts and payroll records. Audit outcomes are recorded, and corrective action plans are mandated where issues are identified. Key audit points include:

• Verification of worker eligibility and contracts
• Assessment of recruitment practices and fee-charging
• Review of working hours, wages and living conditions
• Evaluation of supply chain transparency and subcontractor management

Zero-tolerance policy and enforcement

Our zero-tolerance stance means that any substantiated evidence of modern slavery will result in immediate remedial action, which may include termination of relationships, reporting to authorities and remediation support for victims. Commercial Waste - Acton enforces contractual remedies and works with law enforcement and other agencies where criminal activity is suspected. We insist that suppliers maintain robust grievance mechanisms and provide evidence of ethical recruitment and employment practices.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels to enable workers, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Reports can be made through anonymous reporting mechanisms, dedicated compliance representatives, or internal escalation routes. All reports are investigated impartially and promptly. We protect whistleblowers and ensure that anyone raising a concern receives appropriate support during an investigation. Reports are logged and actions tracked until closure.

To support the reporting framework we deliver staff training and supplier briefings that explain how to identify signs of exploitation, how to report concerns, and what remedial steps the organisation will take. Training materials are updated regularly to reflect emerging risks in the waste sector and geographic supply areas. The training emphasises the impact of modern slavery on individuals and communities, reinforcing our ethical standards across the Acton commercial waste network.

Our due diligence extends beyond audits to include contractual controls, risk-based supplier segmentation and continuous monitoring. We require suppliers to include anti-slavery provisions in subcontracts and to provide evidence of their own audit programmes. Where vulnerabilities are identified, we put tailored remediation plans in place and monitor progress through follow-up reviews. This approach ensures our waste management supply chains remain transparent and resilient against exploitation.

We operate a programme of continuous improvement that incorporates an annual review of anti-slavery policies and performance. Each year we assess the effectiveness of our controls, audit findings, reporting outcomes and training uptake. The annual review informs policy updates, resource allocation and strategic priorities for modern slavery prevention across the Acton commercial waste services. Key performance indicators are used to measure reduction in supplier non-compliance and improvements in worker protections.

In conclusion, Commercial Waste Acton reaffirms its strong commitment to eradicating modern slavery from all aspects of operations. We will continue to apply rigorous supplier audits, maintain secure reporting channels, enforce our zero-tolerance policy and conduct annual reviews to ensure ongoing improvement. This Modern Slavery Statement reflects our intent to act responsibly, protect vulnerable workers and sustain ethical commercial waste management in Acton and the wider area. We will not tolerate modern slavery in any form, and we will persist in our efforts to detect, prevent and remedy abuses whenever they are found.