Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Vauxhall Commitment

Skip Hire Vauxhall is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations and supply chains. This statement outlines our zero-tolerance stance on forced labour, our expectations of suppliers, and the steps we take to identify, prevent and address any risks linked to our skip hire operations in Vauxhall. We recognise our responsibility as a local skip hire provider and as part of the broader waste management sector.

We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. All employees, contractors and partners engaged with our Vauxhall skip hire services are required to adhere to mandatory standards of conduct. Our anti-slavery position is embedded in company policies, staff training and procurement procedures to ensure that exploitation, coercion or deceptive recruitment practices are not tolerated.

Our policy extends to every aspect of skip hire in Vauxhall and related logistics: from drivers and loaders to administrative and contractual suppliers. We require appropriate identity checks, fair wages and safe working conditions for everyone who supports our operations. Any deviation from these standards triggers immediate investigation and remedial action, up to and including termination of relationships.

Due Diligence, Supplier Audits and Risk Management

We employ proportionate due diligence processes to assess and monitor labour risks across our supply chain for Vauxhall skip-hire and associated services. Our supplier code of conduct sets expectations and contractual clauses require suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery laws. We prioritise suppliers based on risk factors including geography, labour intensity and subcontracting patterns.

Supplier audits form a central part of our mitigation strategy. We carry out both desktop reviews and on-site audits where necessary, focusing on recruitment practices, working hours, wage payment, and accommodation where provided. Audit findings are documented, and corrective action plans are agreed with suppliers and followed up until compliance is achieved. Persistent non-compliance results in cessation of contracts.

To complement audits, we provide targeted training for procurement staff and supervisors to detect red flags. We monitor performance indicators and maintain records of audit outcomes, improvement measures and supplier commitments to continuous improvement in ethical labour practices.

Reporting Channels, Protection and Whistleblowing

We maintain accessible reporting channels to enable workers, partners and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery in connection with our Vauxhall skip hire services. Reports can be submitted through our internal whistleblowing mechanism which supports anonymous disclosure and ensures protection from retaliation.

Reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly by trained compliance staff. We ensure confidentiality and provide support to victims, including referral to appropriate external agencies where required. Our approach seeks to remedy harm and prevent recurrence through corrective action and, if necessary, legal measures.

Key elements of our reporting and remediation approach include:

• Multiple reporting options and anonymous channels for workers and contractors;
• Prompt, impartial investigations and record-keeping of outcomes;
• Protection against retaliation and support for affected individuals;
• Collaboration with authorities and NGOs when specialist assistance is required.

Governance of our anti-slavery measures is overseen by senior management, with responsibility for implementation delegated to the compliance team. We integrate anti-slavery considerations into our procurement cycle for all Vauxhall skip hire contracts and tender evaluations. Suppliers are informed that adherence to ethical labour standards is a condition of engagement.

We recognise that continuous improvement is essential. Therefore, we conduct an annual review of our policies, procedures and performance metrics to assess effectiveness and adapt measures in line with evolving risks. This review examines audit results, whistleblowing reports, training uptake and any remediation actions taken during the year.

As part of our ongoing commitment to responsible business, Skip Hire Vauxhall will continue to refine risk assessments, increase supplier engagement, and enhance transparency in reporting. We reaffirm our pledge to uphold human rights, ensure decency in work practices and to act swiftly when concerns arise across all skip hire services in Vauxhall and related operations.