Modern Slavery Statement for Gunnersbury Skip Hire

Gunnersbury Skip Hire affirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the measures we take to identify, mitigate and monitor risks. As a responsible provider of skip hire and waste services, Gunnersbury skips operates a zero-tolerance approach: we will not tolerate forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking or any exploitation of workers in our business or among our suppliers.

Our policy is clear and unambiguous. Zero-tolerance means that any confirmed instance of modern slavery will result in immediate action, including termination of contracts and referral to the appropriate authorities. The policy applies to all employees, contractors and partners of Gunnersbury skip-hire and is published internally and referenced in procurement documents. We require all staff to understand that exploitation is unacceptable and encourage vigilance and reporting.

We maintain a structured supplier due diligence and audit programme designed to highlight risk across the waste industry. Our procurement team evaluates suppliers at onboarding and periodically thereafter. The supplier audit programme includes:

• documentary checks of employment records, right to work and labour contracts,
• on-site visits and spot checks to verify working conditions, and
• questionnaires and self-assessments that suppliers must complete annually.

These checks are tailored to risk level: higher-risk suppliers and contractors in heavy labour roles receive more frequent and in-depth audits.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Reporting channels are maintained to allow concerns to be raised safely and confidentially. Employees and third parties associated with Gunnersbury Skip Hire Ltd can report suspected abuse via our internal whistleblowing portal, an anonymous hotline, or by raising an issue through a line manager. Reports are treated seriously, assessed promptly, and investigated in line with our investigations protocol. We prohibit retaliation and protect those who make good-faith reports.

Supplier Expectations and Contractual Controls

We embed anti-slavery clauses into supplier contracts and require suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-modern slavery laws. Our expectations include fair wages, lawful working hours, safe conditions and transparent recruitment practices. Where audits identify issues, we require corrective action plans with defined timescales; failure to remediate leads to escalation and possible contract termination. Gunnersbury skip hire services are therefore delivered with contractual safeguards to reduce the likelihood of exploitation.

Training and awareness are central to our approach. We provide regular staff training to recognise signs of trafficking and labour exploitation and to understand reporting procedures. Our senior management team reviews performance indicators and audit outcomes. We also maintain partnerships with industry bodies to share best practice. Annually we undertake a formal review of this statement and our policies to ensure they remain effective and aligned with evolving legislation. The annual review includes assessment of audit results, incident reports, supplier performance and the adequacy of remedial measures. Findings lead to policy updates, additional training, or changes to supplier management processes.