Modern Slavery Statement — Sutton Skip Hire

Sutton Skip Hire confirms its commitment to preventing all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach, clarifies our expectations of suppliers and describes the measures we take to identify, mitigate and remedy any risk of forced labour, exploitation or human trafficking. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any practice that infringes human rights.

We recognise that the waste management sector can be exposed to labour risks and that a robust anti-slavery policy is essential. Our anti-modern slavery measures are built into procurement, contracting and day-to-day operations. This anti-slavery statement for Sutton Skip Hire reflects our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement and to meeting industry best practice.

Our approach to supplier due diligence and audits is risk-based and proportionate. We require all suppliers, contractors and sub-contractors to adhere to our slavery and human trafficking statement requirements and contract clauses. Where suppliers are assessed as higher risk, we carry out enhanced checks and site audits, including verification of employment records, right-to-work documentation and working conditions. Suppliers who fail to meet our standards are required to remediate deficiencies within agreed timeframes, with termination as a last resort.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Training

Zero tolerance means we will not tolerate forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, or any form of modern slavery. We provide mandatory training for managerial staff and procurement teams to ensure awareness of indicators of exploitation and correct escalation routes. Our recruitment and HR processes include checks designed to prevent modern slavery, and we promote ethical recruitment practices with our labour suppliers.

Supplier Audits, Risk Assessment and Contractual Controls

We maintain a supplier risk register and schedule regular supplier audits. Audit activities include on-site inspections, documentary reviews and interviews where appropriate. Our contractual terms require suppliers to comply with our anti-slavery obligations and to permit audits. Non-compliance triggers one or more of the following actions:

• Corrective action plans with specific timelines;
• Mandatory re-audits where significant concerns are identified;
• Suspension or termination of contracts for persistent or serious breaches.

We aim to work collaboratively with suppliers to tackle root causes of risk, supporting improvements and capacity building where feasible. Our procurement terms encourage transparency, including the provision of supply chain information and disclosure of labour sourcing practices. We use contractual remedies and, where necessary, cease relationships that present unacceptable risk.

Reporting Channels and Confidential Escalation

Sutton Skip Hire provides secure and confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery. Reports can be made anonymously and will be investigated promptly and fairly. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and guarantee that all allegations are treated seriously, with appropriate remedial and disciplinary measures taken where warranted.

Our internal compliance team ensures a documented investigation process and keeps records of outcomes and any corrective steps. We also maintain clear escalation pathways to senior management for high-risk incidents or systemic concerns.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Sutton Skip Hire modern slavery policy is subject to an annual review to assess effectiveness and to update controls in line with evolving risks and regulation. Each year we will review our risk assessments, audit findings, training completion rates and remediation actions. Findings from the annual review inform improvements to our policies, supplier engagement and staff training.

We are committed to transparent governance of our anti-slavery efforts and to embedding ethical practices across our operations. This slavery and human trafficking statement is approved by senior management and will be updated as required to reflect progress and changing circumstances.