Modern Slavery Statement — Crystal Palace Skip Hire Commitment
Crystal Palace Skip Hire is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement outlines the policies and procedures we have in place across our Crystal Palace skip hire services and wider waste management activities. We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, exploitation or human trafficking and expect the same high standards from our supply chain.
Our Coventry and London teams, operating as Crystal Palace skip hire and related waste services, ensure all staff and contractors receive training to recognise signs of exploitation. We use clear employment checks, fair pay practices, and documented working hours to reduce risk. Every worker engaged in our skip hire operations is treated with dignity and is entitled to lawful working conditions.
We recognise that risks may arise through suppliers and subcontractors, so supplier due diligence is fundamental. Our procurement procedures include risk assessments, written contractual commitments to ethical standards, and verification steps before onboarding. For higher-risk suppliers we implement escalated controls to ensure compliance with anti-slavery requirements.
To enforce our zero tolerance stance across Crystal Palace skips and our wider service offerings, we conduct regular supplier audits. These audits include on-site inspections, document reviews and worker interviews where appropriate. Audit outcomes influence our supplier rating and may lead to remediation plans or contract termination if substantial breaches are found.
Our supplier audit programme focuses on several core areas, including:
- Verification of identity and right to work for employees and contractors
- Assessment of recruitment practices to prevent fee-charging and debt bondage
- Review of payroll records and working time compliance
- Evaluation of subcontracting chains and labour-only contracting risks
We maintain secure and accessible reporting channels for any concerns related to modern slavery within our skip hire and removal services. Employees, contractors, suppliers and the public can raise issues through anonymous reporting mechanisms and designated whistleblowing routes. All reports are treated sensitively, investigated promptly, and escalated to senior management when necessary.
Our guidelines for handling reports emphasise confidentiality, protection from retaliation, and thorough investigation. Where credible evidence of exploitation is identified, we will work with law enforcement and relevant authorities, and take corrective action including termination of contracts and referral to victim support services where appropriate.
Accountability rests with our senior leadership and the board to ensure measures are embedded across the organisation. We have allocated specific responsibilities for modern slavery compliance within our governance structure and require regular internal reporting on progress and incidents. The Crystal Palace skip hire leadership team reviews compliance performance quarterly.
This modern slavery statement is reviewed on an annual basis to ensure it remains effective and aligned with evolving regulations and best practice. Our annual review process analyses audit results, incident reports, supplier performance and emerging risks, and leads to updates in policies, training and supplier controls.
We are committed to continuous improvement in our anti-slavery programme across Crystal Palace waste services. Progress is measured through audit coverage, remediation closure rates and awareness among employees and suppliers. Where gaps are identified, we implement corrective action plans and track outcomes to closure.