Mortlake Skip Hire: Modern Slavery Statement

Mortlake Skip Hire publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our commitment to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour in our operations and supply chain. This anti-slavery statement sets out the steps we take, led by senior management, to ensure a zero tolerance stance against exploitation. Our modern slavery policy is embedded across the business and applies to all staff, contractors and suppliers.

Our zero-tolerance policy

Zero tolerance means we will not tolerate any form of modern slavery or unethical labour practices in our direct operations or through third parties. We require compliance with the slavery and human trafficking statement principles and our code of conduct. All employees receive training and the Board reviews compliance annually to ensure active enforcement of this anti-slavery policy.

Actions we take: We maintain clear contractual obligations on suppliers and partners to uphold the standards set out in this modern slavery declaration. Key measures include:

• Supplier due diligence at onboarding and regular reassessment
• Inclusion of anti-slavery clauses in procurement contracts
• Mandatory training for procurement and HR teams

Supplier audits and monitoring

We operate a structured supplier audit programme to assess compliance with our modern slavery policy and to identify risk indicators. Audits combine self-assessment questionnaires, documentary checks and site visits where needed. Our supplier audit process is risk-based: higher-risk suppliers are subject to more frequent and detailed reviews.

Audit findings are recorded and followed up with corrective action plans. We may suspend or terminate relationships where remediation is not achieved. Our procurement team works with suppliers to build capacity and encourage continuous improvement. Mortlake Skip Hire’s anti-slavery statement emphasises collaborative remediation over punitive measures, while retaining the right to act decisively when exploitation is identified.

We also use sector benchmarking and external resources to refine our supplier audits and to ensure our modern slavery procedures remain aligned with best practice.

Reporting channels and safe disclosure

Reporting is central to enforcing our modern slavery and human trafficking statement. Employees, suppliers and third parties are encouraged to report concerns through confidential channels. Reports may be made via internal HR routes, anonymous whistleblowing mechanisms and escalation to senior leadership. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and treated with sensitivity and confidentiality.

We provide training on recognising signs of forced labour, debt bondage and other exploitation indicators. Whistleblowers receive protection against retaliation and will be supported throughout the investigation process. Our reporting framework is designed to be accessible, safe and effective, reinforcing our commitment to an anti-slavery statement that is practical and enforceable.

Annual review and continuous improvement

Mortlake Skip Hire reviews this modern slavery policy and the effectiveness of our measures at least once a year. The annual review considers audit results, reported incidents, remediation outcomes and evolving risks in our supply chain. Findings and recommended actions are presented to senior management and integrated into our business planning. We update our modern slavery statement and related procedures to reflect new learning, legal developments and stakeholder expectations.

In conclusion, this modern slavery statement by Mortlake Skip Hire summarises our robust approach: a zero-tolerance policy, targeted supplier audits, clear reporting channels and a firm commitment to annual review and enhancement. We will continue to strengthen our controls, raise awareness and work collaboratively with suppliers to eliminate any risk of modern slavery from our operations and supply chain.