Recycle Now Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Recycle Now has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. Recycle Now is committed to respecting human rights, promoting ethical practices, and ensuring that our activities do not contribute to exploitation in any form.
Our Zero-Tolerance Approach
Recycle Now maintains a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to all aspects of our operations, including the sourcing of materials, contracting of services, and engagement with partners and stakeholders. We expect everyone who works with or for Recycle Now to uphold the same high standards.
Modern slavery can take many forms, including forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, servitude, and human trafficking. Any suspicion or evidence of such practices associated with our organisation or supply chains is treated with utmost seriousness, investigated promptly, and addressed decisively. Where necessary, we will terminate relationships with individuals or organisations that do not meet our standards.
Our Supply Chains and Due Diligence
Our supply chains include suppliers of recycling services, logistics, technology, facilities management, and professional services. We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and demonstrate a commitment to ethical conduct and respect for human rights.
Recycle Now undertakes due diligence on key suppliers before they enter our supply chain and periodically thereafter. This includes risk-based assessments of geographical location, sector, and type of services provided. We aim to identify areas of higher risk and apply enhanced scrutiny where needed, ensuring that our partners are fully aware of and aligned with our zero-tolerance stance.
Supplier Audits and Standards
We require suppliers to comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws, as well as our own ethical standards. To support this, Recycle Now conducts supplier audits and assessments, prioritising suppliers operating in higher risk sectors or regions. These audits may include site visits, document reviews, and interviews, depending on the level of risk and the nature of the relationship.
Where non-compliance or areas of concern are identified, we work with suppliers to develop corrective action plans with clear timelines. Persistent failure to address issues or evidence of modern slavery will result in appropriate actions, which may include suspension or termination of contracts.
Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels
Recycle Now encourages open, honest reporting of any concerns about modern slavery or unethical behaviour. All employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders are expected to speak up if they see or suspect any form of exploitation related to our operations or supply chains.
Concerns can be reported through established internal reporting channels, including line managers, senior management, or designated compliance contacts. We also provide confidential whistleblowing routes where individuals can raise concerns without fear of retaliation. All reports are taken seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly. We do not tolerate victimisation of anyone who raises a concern in good faith.
Training, Awareness, and Responsibilities
Recycle Now is committed to providing appropriate training and information to employees, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management, and frontline operational roles. Training covers the recognition of potential indicators of modern slavery, our internal policies, and the correct process for escalating concerns.
Responsibility for overseeing our efforts to prevent modern slavery rests with senior management, supported by relevant teams across the organisation. All employees share responsibility for upholding our values and reporting any potential issues.
Monitoring, Annual Review, and Continuous Improvement
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing effort that requires continuous improvement. Recycle Now monitors the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence processes, and supplier engagement activities, and we adapt our approach in response to new risks, guidance, and best practice.
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed and updated on an annual basis by senior management to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and effective. As part of this review, we evaluate progress against our commitments, reflect on any incidents or lessons learned, and set priorities for the year ahead.
By publishing this statement, Recycle Now reaffirms its commitment to acting ethically, promoting respect for human rights, and playing its part in the global effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking.
