Seven Kings Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

Seven Kings Skip Hire is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement (also referred to as our modern slavery policy) sets out the steps we have taken and will continue to take to ensure that slavery, forced labour and human trafficking do not occur in our operations or supply chains. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of exploitation and expect the same high standards from our suppliers and partners.

We have embedded anti-slavery principles across our operational practices and procurement decisions. Our anti-slavery statement explains how we conduct due diligence, monitor risks and take remedial action when issues are identified. The Board of Seven Kings Skip Hire reviews these commitments regularly, ensuring that this modern slavery declaration remains relevant and effective for our waste management, collection and skip hire services.

Supply Chain Due Diligence

Our supplier management framework requires third parties to comply with our standards. We prioritise suppliers who demonstrate transparency and ethical labour practices. Key measures include:

• Supplier audits and site visits to verify working conditions and recruitment practices;
• Contract clauses that prohibit forced labour and require compliance with employment laws;
• Pre-contract risk assessments focused on high-risk geographies and sub-contracting arrangements.

We operate a programme of periodic supplier audits and targeted inspections aimed at identifying risks related to exploitation. Our audit approach combines documentation review, worker interviews and follow-up corrective action plans. Where non-compliance is found we require remedial action in defined timeframes and reserve the right to terminate relationships if unacceptable practices persist. These supplier assessments form an essential part of our slavery and human trafficking statement responsibilities.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Seven Kings Skip Hire maintains confidential reporting channels to encourage employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. We operate an anonymous reporting mechanism and clear escalation routes to senior management. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and, where appropriate, escalated to external authorities. Our aim is to provide safe, accessible and trusted routes for reporting suspected modern slavery.

Our people receive training to spot signs of trafficking and exploitation, and to use reporting channels effectively. The training emphasises the importance of vigilance in day-to-day operations and the ethical duty to report. We also train procurement and site management teams on recognising and mitigating supply chain risks, strengthening our collective ability to prevent modern slavery across services like skip deliveries, waste transfer and recycling.

Remediation and Corrective Action

When incidents are identified, we apply a victim-centred approach that prioritises safety and access to support. Corrective measures may include worker remediation, contractual penalties, supplier remediation plans and termination of contracts for persistent violations. We work collaboratively with suppliers to build capacity and improve labour practices, aiming to eliminate root causes that could lead to exploitation.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Continuous Improvement

Our zero-tolerance policy means that any confirmed instance of modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking will prompt decisive action. We expect everyone in our supply chain to uphold the same standard. Seven Kings Skip Hire is committed to continually improving our processes through learning, stakeholder engagement and proportionate enforcement actions when necessary.

We conduct an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and related policies to assess effectiveness and update our approach. The review considers audit findings, reported incidents, training completion rates and changes in legal or industry expectations. Outcomes of the annual review inform revised controls, supplier engagement plans and any necessary organisational changes to strengthen our response to modern slavery risks.