Paddington Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement
Paddington Skip Hire is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all our operations and supply chains. This modern slavery statement explains our approach, the steps we take to reduce risk, and the ongoing actions we implement across the business. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, exploitation or human trafficking, and we expect the same standards from our partners and suppliers.Our commitment and scope
This anti-slavery declaration covers all parts of Paddington Skip Hire and our controlled operations. Our slavery and human trafficking statement is grounded in the principle that respect for human rights is central to responsible business. We proactively assess where vulnerability to modern slavery may exist in the provision of skip hire, recycling and waste management services, and we publish this corporate modern slavery policy to demonstrate accountability.
Policies and governance
We have implemented clear policies and governance frameworks to support our anti-slavery measures. Key policies include a Supplier Code of Conduct, employee standards, and recruitment safeguards. Our senior leadership reviews the Modern Slavery Statement annually, and we require managers to confirm compliance with our anti-exploitation standards throughout their teams and third-party relationships.We operate a structured supplier due diligence programme. As part of our supplier audits we:
- perform risk-based supplier screenings;
- conduct on-site and desk-based audits where necessary;
- require contractual commitments to our anti-slavery standards.
Our procurement teams are trained to recognise indicators of labour exploitation and are empowered to escalate concerns. We use a tiered approach to supplier monitoring: high-risk suppliers receive more frequent reviews, while low-risk providers are subject to periodic checks. When issues are identified, we will terminate relationships, require remediation, or involve relevant authorities as appropriate.
This modern slavery and human trafficking statement also emphasises due diligence for subcontractors and temporary workforce providers. We demand transparency from subcontractors and expect them to maintain employment records that demonstrate legal and fair labour practices. We include contractual audit rights and require evidence of worker entitlement checks, fair pay, and safe working conditions.
Reporting channels and whistleblowing
Paddington Skip Hire provides multiple confidential reporting channels to encourage the safe raising of concerns about suspected modern slavery. Employees, workers in our supply chain and third parties can use internal reporting lines, speak to line managers, or use an anonymous reporting mechanism. We treat all reports seriously and protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Reports trigger formal investigations and remedial actions when required.
We also maintain clear remediation protocols for victims of exploitation, working with authorities and specialist support services where necessary. Our approach is survivor-centred and seeks to ensure safety, legal redress and appropriate support. The anti-slavery statement of Paddington Skip Hire therefore combines prevention, detection and remediation to reduce harm.
Annual review and continual improvement
We commit to an annual review of this corporate modern slavery declaration and our anti-slavery practices. The review evaluates the effectiveness of supplier audits, training, reporting channels and remediation outcomes. Results of the review inform updates to policy, further staff training, and targeted supplier engagement. Our Board receives a formal report annually and continuous improvement measures are implemented to strengthen our modern slavery prevention work.
In conclusion, Paddington Skip Hire's slavery prevention commitment is clear: zero tolerance, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and regular annual review. We will continue to adapt our modern slavery statement and anti-slavery programme to changing risks and best practice to ensure dignity and fairness across our operations and supply chains.