Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Ealing

Skip Hire Ealing is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms across our operations and supply chain. This modern slavery statement outlines our approach, expectations and the practical steps we take to identify, prevent and mitigate slavery risks. Our commitment as a responsible skip hire ealing provider is embedded in our policies, procurement and operational practices.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, child labour, or human trafficking. As an Ealing skip hire business we require every colleague, contractor and supplier to adhere to this principle. Any evidence of exploitative labour practices will lead to immediate investigation and, where appropriate, termination of contracts or referral to authorities. We make this position clear in our standard contracts and purchase terms so that suppliers working with our Skip-Hire Ealing operations understand the seriousness of compliance.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We carry out supplier audits and due diligence to assess risk across our supply chain. Our approach includes:

• Pre-engagement checks on labour practices and legal compliance.
• Periodic supplier assessments, including on-site inspections where risk indicators are identified.
• Contractual clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery laws and permit audits.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We maintain multiple reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery, accessible to employees, subcontractors and members of the public. Reports can be made anonymously and will be treated seriously and confidentially. We ensure that all reports are thoroughly investigated and records kept of outcomes. Our reporting mechanisms are communicated internally through training and externally via procurement documentation for all skip-hire in Ealing partners.

To strengthen our supplier audit program we use a risk-based approach: focusing resources on suppliers in higher-risk jurisdictions, labour-intensive services and sectors that historically demonstrate vulnerability to exploitation. Our procurement and compliance teams review audit findings and require remedial actions where issues are found. Where suppliers fail to meet required standards and do not implement corrective measures, we will cease to engage with them.

We also invest in training and capacity building. Employees involved in procurement, operations and site management receive regular training on modern slavery indicators, how to escalate concerns and how to conduct basic supplier due diligence. Training content is updated annually and tailored to the roles most likely to encounter supply chain risks within our Skip Hire Ealing operations.

Monitoring, Measurement and Annual Review

Our performance is monitored through key performance indicators such as number of supplier audits completed, number of corrective action plans issued, and the count and resolution rate of reported concerns. We commit to an annual review of this modern slavery statement and our related processes. That review considers new risks, audit results, legislative changes and stakeholder feedback, and leads to continuous improvement in how our skip hire ealing business prevents and responds to modern slavery risks.

In the event that exploitation is identified, we prioritise the welfare of affected individuals and work with appropriate agencies to ensure safe remediation. Our approach balances immediate protective measures with longer-term supplier engagement to prevent recurrence. We continue to collaborate with industry partners, local authorities and compliance bodies to share best practice and promote ethical standards across the waste management and skip hire sector.

This statement is approved at senior management level and reflects our ongoing commitment to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chain. Skip-Hire Ealing remains resolute that every worker should be treated with dignity and respect, and we will continue to take practical steps to uphold that standard.