Waste Collection Edgware Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Waste Collection Edgware in recognition of our responsibility to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery does not take place.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Approach

Waste Collection Edgware adopts a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery. This applies to our own activities, our employees, agency workers, contractors, and every level of our supply chain. We will not knowingly engage with any organisation involved in, or turning a blind eye to, modern slavery or human trafficking.

All staff, from operational teams to senior management, are expected to uphold this commitment. Breaches of this policy are treated as serious misconduct and may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or contracts, and reporting to relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Waste Collection Edgware provides waste collection and related environmental services to residential, commercial, and public sector clients. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, equipment, personal protective equipment, fuel, technology systems, and outsourced services related to maintenance, cleaning, and logistics support.

We recognise that certain supply chain categories, such as outsourced labour, cleaning services, and products sourced from outside the United Kingdom, can carry higher risks of modern slavery. We therefore apply enhanced scrutiny and due diligence procedures to these areas.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and contractors to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. As part of our supplier approval and ongoing management process, we require suppliers to confirm compliance with relevant labour, human rights, and anti-trafficking laws.

Waste Collection Edgware conducts risk-based supplier audits, which may include document reviews, onsite visits, and interviews with key personnel. These audits assess working conditions, recruitment practices, wage and hour compliance, and the use of labour agencies or subcontractors. Where concerns are identified, we work collaboratively with suppliers to implement corrective action plans within defined timeframes.

If a supplier is unwilling or unable to address identified modern slavery risks in an acceptable manner, Waste Collection Edgware reserves the right to suspend or terminate the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices at the earliest opportunity. Reports can be made to line managers, senior management, or the designated compliance contact within the business. Individuals may raise concerns confidentially and in good faith without fear of retaliation or victimisation.

All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly. Where an allegation of modern slavery or related abuse is substantiated, we will take appropriate remedial action and, where necessary, notify law enforcement or other relevant authorities.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

Waste Collection Edgware provides training and guidance so that employees, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management, and site operations, can recognise indicators of modern slavery and understand how to respond to concerns. We review our training materials periodically to reflect emerging risks and best practice.

We are committed to continuous improvement and seek to strengthen our processes over time, including refining risk assessments, enhancing supplier questionnaires, and engaging more deeply with high-risk suppliers and categories.

Annual Review and Governance

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with changes in legislation, our business activities, and supply chain profile. The review considers audit findings, reported concerns, outcomes of investigations, and feedback from stakeholders.

Responsibility for overseeing the implementation of this statement and associated procedures rests with senior management at Waste Collection Edgware. Following each annual review, any necessary updates to our policies, contracts, and training programmes will be implemented, and the revised statement will be communicated internally and made available externally.

By maintaining strong governance, transparent supply chain practices, and a firm zero-tolerance stance, Waste Collection Edgware aims to play a responsible role in the collective effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking.