Modern Slavery Statement for Skip Hire Kenton

Skip Hire Kenton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chain. This statement sets out the steps we take to ensure that our Kenton skip hire operations, subcontractors and suppliers operate ethically and lawfully. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and to ensure that the provision of skip services across Kenton and surrounding areas is free from exploitation.

Our zero-tolerance position

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking. All employees, contractors and partners engaged with our skip-hire Kenton activities are expected to abide by this policy. Any breach is regarded as a serious disciplinary matter and will lead to immediate action, including termination of contracts and reporting to the appropriate authorities where required.

We expect every supplier and subcontractor to share this commitment. Through procurement processes for Kenton skip hire supplies and services, we incorporate checks to reduce the risk of slavery and trafficking occurring in our supply chain. Where concerns are identified, we will take decisive steps to remediate issues and prevent recurrence.

Due diligence and supplier audits

Supplier due diligence is central to our approach. Skip Hire Kenton carries out risk-based assessments of third parties, including background checks, contract clauses, and on-site audits where necessary. Our program focuses on higher-risk suppliers, seasonal labour providers and subcontractors who carry out transport and handling of skips and waste.

Audit activities include:

• Verification of employment documentation and lawful working status;
• On-site visits and interviews to confirm working conditions;
• Review of pay and hours records to identify indicators of exploitation;
• Contractual clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery standards.

Supplier assessments form part of our ongoing procurement reviews. Where deficiencies are found we require corrective action plans and may suspend or terminate contracts if suppliers fail to meet our standards.

We operate clear reporting channels for any employee, contractor or third party to raise concerns about modern slavery in relation to our Kenton skips and waste services. Reporting can be made confidentially through internal escalation routes that protect whistleblowers from reprisals. We maintain a code of conduct that sets expectations and provides guidance on how to report issues.

Our reporting framework ensures that all reports are promptly investigated, with documented outcomes and remedial steps where required. We train line managers and procurement teams to recognise signs of exploitation and to escalate for investigation, ensuring swift action is taken.

Annual review and continual improvement — This statement will be reviewed at least once every 12 months. Each review considers audits, supplier performance, incident reports and changes in legislation or industry best practice. The findings inform updates to our policies, training, and supplier engagement practices to strengthen our approach to preventing slavery and trafficking.

Skip Hire Kenton will continue to promote transparency and accountability across our operations. We are committed to embedding anti-slavery considerations into contracts, procurement, and operational controls so that our Kenton skip-hire business is part of a supply chain that respects human dignity and legal rights.

The measures described in this statement form part of our broader ethical and compliance framework. Senior management has responsibility for implementation and monitoring, and we will continue to allocate resources to ensure the effectiveness of our controls.

Conclusion: By combining a clear zero-tolerance policy, targeted supplier audits, robust reporting channels and an annual review cycle, Skip Hire Kenton aims to prevent, detect and remedy any instances of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains. We remain vigilant and proactive to protect workers and uphold high standards across all Kenton skip hire activities.