Skip Hire Shortlands — Modern Slavery Statement

Skip Hire Shortlands publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to declare our ongoing commitment to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and any form of exploitation across our operations and our extended supply chain. We operate on a principle of zero-tolerance policy for modern slavery and related abuses. This slavery and human trafficking statement explains the concrete steps we take to prevent, detect and respond to such risks and how we hold partners accountable.

Our operations involve drivers, loaders, subcontractors and administrative staff working locally and regionally. We require robust recruitment checks, verified right-to-work documentation and clear contractual obligations for every hire. All employees and contractors receive periodic awareness training so they can recognise signs of exploitation. The modern slavery policy is embedded in induction materials, procurement processes and site management standards to ensure consistent application throughout the business.

Risk assessments are carried out across all service lines to identify where people may be vulnerable, including temporary labour, third-party logistics and maintenance contractors. This modern slavery statement for Skip Hire Shortlands describes our risk-based approach, combining desk-based reviews with field inspections. We assess geographic, sectoral and supply-chain risks and prioritise interventions where evidence suggests greater exposure to forced labour or human trafficking.

We maintain strict supplier selection criteria and contractual terms that reflect our zero-tolerance stance. Pre-engagement screening covers ownership, recruitment practices and labour standards. Contracts include anti-slavery clauses, audit rights and mandatory remediation processes. Suppliers must demonstrate fair employment practices, transparent payroll procedures and safe working conditions or face suspension and potential termination of contracts.

Supplier audits form a cornerstone of our compliance programme. We operate a scheduled and ad-hoc audit regime that includes documentary verification, worker interviews and site visits conducted by trained auditors. Audit findings trigger corrective action plans with defined timelines, responsible parties and follow-up checks. We also use third-party auditors where necessary to validate high-risk operations or complex subcontracting chains.

To support continuous improvement we provide guidance and capacity-building for smaller suppliers and engage collaboratively where breaches are remediable. Procurement teams are trained to recognise modern slavery indicators and to escalate concerns. Our procurement policy integrates anti-slavery criteria into bid evaluation and ongoing supplier performance metrics, reducing the likelihood that exploitative practices can persist undetected.

Skip Hire Shortlands offers multiple secure reporting channels so employees, contractors and external stakeholders can raise concerns safely and confidentially. Reports may be made through internal whistleblowing channels, designated compliance officers or anonymous systems. All reports are logged, risk-assessed and investigated promptly. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and ensure investigations are fair, transparent and documented.

When allegations are substantiated, our response is victim-focused and proportionate: immediate protection for affected individuals, coordination with relevant authorities, and a range of remedial actions which may include supplier sanctions, compensation measures and assistance to secure alternative employment or support services. We take decisive commercial action including contract termination where suppliers fail remediation or conceal abuses.

The board and senior leadership maintain accountability for carrying out this modern slavery statement and related policies. We conduct an annual review of our slavery prevention measures, supplier audit outcomes and training programmes to measure effectiveness and identify improvements. Performance indicators and lessons learned inform policy updates and strengthen our long-term commitment to prevent modern slavery across all Skip Hire Shortlands activities.