Southwark Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction: This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Southwark Skip Hire takes to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy to any form of exploitation and are committed to continuous improvement in our anti-slavery and human trafficking practices.

Our commitment extends to all parts of our business. The modern slavery policy applies to employees, contractors, suppliers and sub-contractors engaged by Southwark Skip Hire. We expect all partners to observe the same high standards and to cooperate fully with our compliance measures.

Scope and objectives: This slavery and human trafficking statement details our risk-based approach to identifying and reducing the risk of modern slavery in our sector. We set clear objectives to:

• eliminate forced or compulsory labour;
• ensure fair and safe working conditions; and
• protect vulnerable workers from exploitation.

These aims underpin our procurement, auditing and reporting procedures.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Governance

Southwark Skip Hire operates a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery. Any confirmed instances will result in immediate action, including termination of contracts and referral to appropriate authorities where necessary. Our Board and senior management are responsible for oversight of the policy and ensure resources are available for its enforcement.

Supplier due diligence and audits: We carry out supplier risk assessments and audits based on geographic and sectoral risk factors. Our supplier due diligence process includes checks on labour practices, documentary verification of employment arrangements and site inspections where appropriate. High-risk suppliers are subject to enhanced scrutiny and more frequent on-site audits. We require suppliers to sign up to contractual clauses that prohibit slavery and trafficking.

Auditing methodology includes documentary review, worker interviews and sample-based verification. Audit findings generate corrective action plans with clear timelines; persistent non-compliance leads to suspension or termination of the supplier relationship.

Reporting Channels and Worker Protections

We maintain multiple reporting channels to enable employees, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns safely and confidentially. Reports may be made without fear of retaliation, and we investigate all allegations promptly and impartially.

Available reporting routes include:

• internal whistleblowing mechanisms;
• confidential reporting to senior management; and
• anonymous reporting options overseen by an independent reviewer.

Each report is logged, risk-assessed and responded to with an appropriate corrective action plan.

Remediation and support: Where exploitation is identified, Southwark Skip Hire will ensure that affected workers receive immediate assistance and remediation. This may include safe repatriation, provision of interim financial support and collaboration with statutory bodies to protect victims and pursue legal remedies against perpetrators.

Training, contracts and continuous monitoring: We provide targeted training to staff and key suppliers on recognising indicators of modern slavery and how to escalate concerns. Employment contracts and supplier agreements incorporate explicit anti-slavery clauses, and compliance with these clauses forms part of supplier performance reviews.

Performance metrics are used to track progress, including number of audits completed, corrective actions closed and training completion rates. These metrics inform management decisions and resource allocation to areas of greatest risk.

Annual review and statement publication: This Anti-Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by senior leadership to assess effectiveness and to update policies and procedures as needed. The annual review examines audit outcomes, reported incidents, supplier performance and training impact. Findings drive improvements to our modern slavery policy and operational practices. Southwark Skip Hire reaffirms its enduring commitment to eradicating modern slavery across all aspects of its business and supply chain, and to demonstrating transparency through ongoing monitoring and public disclosure of progress.