Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Egham

Commercial Waste Egham is committed to operating with integrity and respect for human rights across all aspects of our business. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent forced labour, human trafficking and other forms of exploitation throughout our operations and supply chain. Our position on modern slavery is clear: we have a zero-tolerance policy and will take decisive action to address any confirmed issues.

Our Policy and Principles

We expect all staff and contractors involved in commercial waste Egham services to act in accordance with our policies. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and require suppliers to uphold equivalent standards. We emphasise that compliance is mandatory and non-negotiable, and we will enforce contractual remedies where necessary. Our commitment is underpinned by ethical procurement and transparent supplier relationships.

Supply Chain Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We operate a robust due diligence programme for Egham commercial waste suppliers that includes the following measures:

• Pre-award screening of high-risk vendors.
• Periodic on-site and remote supplier audits to verify labour standards and working conditions.
• Contract clauses requiring adherence to anti-slavery obligations and evidence of implementation.

These steps ensure our commercial-waste Egham supply chain is monitored and that corrective actions are identified and tracked to completion.

Expectations of Suppliers and Subcontractors

Suppliers engaged in commercial waste services in Egham must demonstrate fair recruitment practices, appropriate working hours and transparent wage records. We expect clear documentation of employment terms and regular payroll verification where practicable. Failure to meet these expectations will prompt remediation requirements, further audits or termination of contracts.

Audit Process and Remedial Action

Our supplier audits are risk-based and may be carried out by trained internal teams or independent third-party auditors. Audit findings are categorised by severity and accompanied by action plans. We monitor progress and reserve the right to suspend or end relationships where serious breaches of labour standards are found. All findings and remediation activities are recorded in our compliance register to support continuous improvement.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple confidential and anonymous reporting channels to enable workers, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery without fear of reprisal. These reporting channels include secure internal escalation routes and independent reporting mechanisms. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and results are documented. We encourage the use of the available channels and protect whistleblowers from retaliation.

Training, Risk Assessment and Record Keeping

We deliver targeted training for employees, procurement teams and site managers on identifying indicators of exploitation and the correct response procedures. Risk assessments for Egham commercial waste operations are carried out regularly and inform our audit frequency and supplier selection. We maintain documentation of risk assessments, audit reports and remediation records to demonstrate compliance and due diligence.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

Our modern slavery programme is reviewed at least annually to assess effectiveness, update risk profiles and incorporate evolving best practice. The annual review includes evaluation of supplier audit outcomes, the performance of reporting channels and the adequacy of training. Findings drive updates to policy, contract terms and operational controls to strengthen our ability to prevent modern slavery within commercial waste Egham activities.

Commitment and Governance

Commercial Waste Egham maintains clear governance arrangements for modern slavery risk management. Senior leadership oversight, routine reporting to governance bodies and ongoing supplier engagement ensure sustained focus on eliminating exploitation. We reaffirm our uncompromising stance on modern slavery and pledge to act decisively when issues arise, fostering a supply chain and workforce that reflect our ethical standards.