Waste Collection Bloomsbury Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Waste Collection Bloomsbury in recognition of our responsibility to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting business ethically, transparently, and in full respect of human rights. This statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address the risks of modern slavery within our organisation and among those who supply goods and services to us.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Waste Collection Bloomsbury has a clear, organisation-wide zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking, including forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, servitude, and all forms of exploitation. We do not accept any practice that undermines the dignity, freedom, or safety of individuals. This policy applies to all employees, agency staff, contractors, and suppliers who work with or on behalf of Waste Collection Bloomsbury.

Our leadership team is responsible for ensuring that modern slavery risks are identified and managed appropriately. Managers at all levels are expected to promote a culture in which ethical conduct, fair treatment, and respect for human rights are embedded in everyday decision-making.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Waste Collection Bloomsbury provides waste collection and related services across Bloomsbury and surrounding areas. Our operations rely on a range of suppliers, including providers of vehicles, equipment, personal protective equipment, facilities management, and labour services. We recognise that certain sectors and geographies present a higher risk of modern slavery and we are committed to understanding and addressing these risks within our supply chain.

We expect all suppliers and business partners to uphold the same high standards that we set for ourselves. Compliance with applicable labour, employment, and human rights legislation is a minimum requirement. We seek to work only with organisations that demonstrate robust ethical practices and transparent labour arrangements.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

To support our zero-tolerance approach, we conduct proportionate due diligence on new and existing suppliers. This may include pre-engagement questionnaires, reviews of documented labour policies, and assessments of the supplier’s own supply chain controls. Where we identify heightened risk, we may request additional information or assurances before proceeding with or continuing the relationship.

We reserve the right to conduct supplier audits, either announced or unannounced, to verify compliance with our expectations on human rights and labour standards. These audits may involve document reviews, site visits, and confidential discussions with workers where appropriate. If a supplier fails to meet our requirements or refuses to cooperate with an audit, we may suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Protection

Waste Collection Bloomsbury actively encourages employees, contractors, and suppliers to raise any concerns about modern slavery, unethical behaviour, or labour exploitation. Concerns may be reported to a line manager, a senior manager, or directly to our designated ethics contact point. Reports can be made in person, by telephone, or by email, and will be treated seriously, sensitively, and, where possible, confidentially.

We will not tolerate any form of retaliation or detriment against individuals who raise concerns in good faith, whether those concerns are proven or not. All reports are investigated appropriately, and where modern slavery or related abuses are suspected, we will take prompt corrective action, which may include notifying the relevant authorities and cooperating fully with any official investigations.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

We seek to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our workforce, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management, and site supervision. Relevant employees receive guidance on identifying potential warning signs, managing supplier relationships responsibly, and escalating concerns through established reporting channels.

We recognise that the risks related to modern slavery can change over time. We are committed to reviewing and improving our practices regularly to strengthen our ability to prevent and address exploitation in our operations and supply chains.

Annual Review of this Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by the leadership of Waste Collection Bloomsbury to ensure that it remains accurate, effective, and reflective of our current activities and risk profile. As part of the review, we assess the effectiveness of our due diligence, supplier audits, training measures, and reporting mechanisms, and we identify opportunities to enhance our approach.

Following each annual review, we will update this statement where necessary to reflect any significant changes in our policies, procedures, or organisational structure, reaffirming our continued commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all that we do.