Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Reigate Commitment

Commercial Waste Reigate acknowledges its duty to ensure that slavery, forced labour and human trafficking have no place in our operations or supply chain. This statement sets out our approach across all Reigate commercial waste and environmental services, our expectations of suppliers and partners, and the steps we take to identify, assess and mitigate modern slavery risks in every aspect of our commercial waste management activity.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery. That policy is embedded in our procurement rules, supplier contracts and staff conduct codes. Our leadership team is committed to continuous improvement; we require staff and contractors to be alert for signs of exploitation and to escalate concerns immediately. All employees receive training on recognising and reporting instances of suspected forced labour or human trafficking, and managers are responsible for ensuring these standards are implemented across local and outsourced services.

Our approach to purchasing and supply chain management for commercial waste services Reigate includes robust supplier due diligence and regular audits. We perform risk-based vetting on new suppliers and maintain a register of high-risk providers. Where risks are identified we take action that may include targeted audits, enhanced contractual safeguards and, where necessary, termination. We also require our contractors to adhere to the same high standards we set for ourselves.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple secure, confidential reporting channels so concerns related to modern slavery can be raised without fear of reprisal. Reporting options include anonymous reporting through third-party mechanisms, internal reporting lines to supervisory staff and escalation to the compliance team for urgent matters. Our channels are publicised to employees, temporary staff and contractors, and are subject to regular review to ensure accessibility and effectiveness.

Supplier Audits, Monitoring and Corrective Action

We carry out scheduled and unannounced supplier audits to verify compliance with anti-slavery requirements. Audit activity covers payroll review, worker interviews, site inspections and documentation checks. If non-compliance is identified we require corrective action plans with defined timescales; persistent or serious breaches result in contract suspension or termination. Supplier audits form a central part of our control framework for Reigate commercial waste contracts.

To support compliance we maintain a programme of ongoing training for procurement staff, contract managers and third-party supervisors. Training emphasises risk indicators, escalation procedures and contractual obligations. We also use contractual clauses that give us the right to audit and to require remedial actions, thereby embedding anti-slavery standards into our commercial relationships.

Our governance arrangements allocate responsibility for managing modern slavery risk to senior management and the audit committee. The committee receives regular reports on supplier performance, audit outcomes and remediation activity. We monitor trends, measure the effectiveness of controls and maintain a risk register specific to modern slavery exposures across the commercial refuse and waste services we operate in Reigate and surrounding areas.

We have established clear procedures to manage suspected incidents, including immediate protection for affected workers, engagement with relevant authorities and cooperation with law enforcement where appropriate. Our contractual dispute and termination procedures are designed to ensure that suppliers cannot transfer risk down the chain; we expect transparency from subcontractors and insist on consistent standards for worker treatment, pay and working conditions.

This Modern Slavery Statement is subject to an annual review to reflect changes in our business, supply chain and the external risk environment. Each year we evaluate the impact of our policies, update our risk assessments and publish any material changes to our approach. Through continued supplier audits, strengthened reporting channels and a steadfast zero-tolerance stance, Commercial Waste Reigate reaffirms its commitment to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and supply chains.