Waste Disposal Twickenham Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Waste Disposal Twickenham in respect of the financial year ending 31 December 2025. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a severe violation of human rights and we are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Waste Disposal Twickenham has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. This policy applies to every aspect of our business, from our direct employees to our contractors, suppliers, and any other third parties who act on our behalf. We expect the same commitment from all organisations with which we do business.

Our leadership team is responsible for ensuring that this zero-tolerance approach is embedded in our culture. We actively promote responsible practices, fair treatment, and safe working conditions, and we will not knowingly engage with any party that fails to uphold these standards.

Our Business and Supply Chains

We provide waste collection, disposal, and recycling services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Twickenham and surrounding areas. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, equipment, personal protective equipment, maintenance services, waste processing facilities, and other business support services.

We acknowledge that some sectors within our supply chain may carry a higher risk of labour exploitation. As such, we maintain a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential risks, with a particular focus on contracted labour, waste handling, and logistics services.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All new suppliers are required to confirm that they do not tolerate modern slavery or human trafficking and that they operate in compliance with applicable labour and human rights laws. Our standard terms and conditions include explicit clauses requiring adherence to our modern slavery principles.

We conduct risk-based supplier audits to verify compliance. These audits may include reviewing policies, inspecting relevant documentation, and, where appropriate, conducting site visits. Where higher risk is identified, we may request additional evidence of due diligence, such as training records, worker contracts, and proof of age verification processes.

If a supplier is found to be in breach of our modern slavery requirements, we will take appropriate action, which may include corrective action plans, enhanced monitoring, suspension of services, or termination of the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We strongly encourage the reporting of any concerns relating to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders can raise concerns through their line manager, a designated senior manager, or via our confidential whistleblowing channel.

Reports can be made anonymously and will be treated seriously, sensitively, and without fear of retaliation. All allegations will be promptly investigated, and, where necessary, appropriate remedial and disciplinary action will be taken. We also cooperate fully with law enforcement and regulatory bodies where modern slavery concerns arise.

Training and Awareness

To support our zero-tolerance stance, we provide training to relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management, and front-line operations. Training covers the signs of modern slavery, how to escalate concerns, and our internal reporting procedures.

We periodically share guidance and updates to reinforce awareness of modern slavery risks and our expectations of ethical behaviour across the business and our supply chain.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery programme rests with senior management, who regularly review the effectiveness of our controls, audits, and training initiatives. Key performance indicators may include the number of supplier audits completed, the nature and resolution of any reported concerns, and the completion rates of training.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed, updated, and approved annually to reflect changes in our business operations, supply chain, and regulatory landscape. We are committed to continuous improvement and to strengthening our processes over time to further reduce the risk of modern slavery in any part of our business.

This statement has been approved by the management of Waste Disposal Twickenham and constitutes our Modern Slavery Statement for the stated financial year.