Modern Slavery Statement — Brompton Skip Hire

Brompton Skip Hire publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our commitment to preventing forced labour, child exploitation and any form of human trafficking across our operations. Our anti-slavery approach is clear: we operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking in every part of our business. This modern slavery and human trafficking statement explains responsibilities, policies and the continuous actions we take to detect, deter and remedy abuses.

As part of our modern slavery policy, the scope covers our employees, contractors and third-party suppliers. We require all suppliers and subcontractors to comply with our standards and to provide evidence of lawful employment practices. This anti-slavery statement applies across the supply chain from procurement of skips and plant hire to logistics and waste processing. We will not tolerate exploitation and we will take immediate action if risks are identified.

Our procurement process includes explicit contractual terms that require suppliers to adhere to the slavery and human trafficking policy embedded in our contracts. We expect transparency from partners and the timely provision of payroll and right-to-work documents. The modern slavery statement for suppliers outlines mandatory compliance obligations and consequences for breaches, including termination of supply arrangements.

We operate a structured supplier audit programme designed to validate compliance. Regular supplier audits are carried out both on-site and remotely; they include document review, interviews and risk-based inspections. Where higher risk is identified, additional checks and follow-up audits are scheduled. Our supplier audits are central to the enforcement of our zero-tolerance policy and to ensuring ethical labour standards throughout our contracting network.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for employees, subcontractors and third parties to raise concerns about suspected slavery or trafficking. Reports may be made through internal hotlines, anonymous reporting tools and direct reporting to nominated compliance officers. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and handled with appropriate confidentiality. Retaliation against anyone reporting in good faith is strictly prohibited.

Due diligence activities include pre-qualification checks, risk assessments and periodic reviews. Our procurement teams receive training to recognise indicators of exploitation and to respond appropriately. We require suppliers to maintain accurate employment records and to demonstrate fair recruitment practices. Where issues are substantiated, we insist on corrective action plans and monitor remediation until concerns are fully resolved.

Key measures implemented include:

• Pre-contract risk screening for all new suppliers;
• Periodic supplier audits and on-site verifications;
• Contract clauses mandating compliance with the anti-modern slavery policy;
• Training for staff involved in procurement, operations and HR;
• Confidential reporting channels and prompt investigation procedures.

Training, responsibilities and governance

All relevant staff at Brompton Skip Hire receive training on the modern slavery statement, recognising signs of exploitation and the proper use of reporting channels. Senior management and the board are responsible for oversight, while operational managers are charged with day-to-day compliance. Responsibility is shared across the business to ensure vigilance and swift action where necessary.

We are committed to continual improvement. When non-compliance is identified we require suppliers to implement remediation plans; we may suspend or terminate relationships where adequate remediation is not achieved. Collaboration with industry partners, regulators and NGOs supports our efforts to strengthen practices and share best practice for preventing modern slavery in the waste management and skip hire sector.

This modern slavery declaration will be reviewed annually to assess effectiveness, update risk assessments and align with emerging legal and industry standards. The results of our annual review inform training, supplier selection and audit focus for the following year. In conclusion, Brompton Skip Hire confirms a zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery and remains committed to protecting the rights and dignity of all workers throughout our business and supply chain.